Input Shaft Inspection

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Reference: INPUT SHAFT DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

Check input shaft for damage and excessive wear, and replace as necessary.
To ensure lubrication of input shaft (1), air blow oil holes (2) and make sure that they are free from any obstruction.

Fig 1: Inspecting Input Shaft
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.