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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • J 24433 Press Tube
    • J 28406 Bearing and Seal Installer

    Object Number: 514859  Size: SH

    Important: Lubricate all components with transmission fluid before installation.

  1. Install the caged needle bearing (5).
  2. Install the 2nd gear (4).
  3. Install the 2nd gear inner cone (3).
  4. Install the 2nd gear blocking ring (2).
  5. Install the 2nd gear outer cone (1).

  6. Object Number: 514862  Size: SH

    Important: 

       • Make sure to properly align the synchronizer to the gear and notches in the blocking ring.
       • Observe the orientation of the synchronizer. The shoulder of the synchronizer faces 1st gear.

  7. Install the 1st/2nd synchronizer using J 24433 and a hydraulic press.

  8. Object Number: 514863  Size: SH

    Important: Install the bearing collar oil hole 180 degrees from shaft oil hole.

  9. Install the thrust washer (2) and the bearing collar (1) using an appropriate tool and a hydraulic press.

  10. Object Number: 514864  Size: SH
  11. Install the 1st gear outer cone (3).
  12. Install the 1st gear blocking ring (2).
  13. Install the 1st gear inner cone (1).

  14. Object Number: 514865  Size: SH

    Important: The steps in both roller bearings must fall into the 1st gear.

  15. Install the roller bearing.
  16. Install the 1st gear.
  17. Install the roller bearing.

  18. Object Number: 514866  Size: SH
  19. Install the thrust washer using J 28406 and a hydraulic press.