Extension Case: Installation

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Apply vaseline to the contact surface, and attach the selected thrust needle bearing to the end surface of the reduction drive gear.
NOTE: Install the thrust needle bearing in the correct direction.
Install a new gasket.
Install the extension case to transmission case.
Tighten bolts to secure the extension case.
Tightening torque:

25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Extension Case With Bolts
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Install the transmission assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly. >