Pinion and Overrunning Clutch

Check pinion for wear, damage and other abnormal conditions.
Check that clutch locks when turned in normal rotation direction and rotates freely when turned in opposite direction. Replace pinion and overrunning clutch if necessary.

Fig 1: Checking Pinion For Wear, Damage And Other Abnormal Conditions
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Check spline teeth for wear and damage. Replace pinion and overrunning clutch if necessary.
Check pinion for smooth movement.

Fig 2: Checking Spline Teeth For Wear And Damage
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