Input Shaft Inspection

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Reference: INPUT SHAFT DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

Check input shaft for damage and excessive wear, and replace if 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: Lubricating Input Shaft Air-Blow Oil Holes
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.