Lightly coat the reverse idler gear shaft (A), the needle bearing (B), and new O-rings (C) with lithium grease.

Assemble the new O-rings and the needle bearing on the reverse idler gear shaft, then install the reverse idler gear shaft in the reverse idler gear shaft holder (D). Align the D-shaped cut out (E) of the shaft with the D-shaped area (F) of the holder.
Install the reverse idler gear in the transmission housing in the direction shown.

Install the reverse idler gear shaft/holder assembly in the reverse idler gear.

Secure the holder with the bolts.
A/T Housing Idler Gear Shaft Removal and Installation (A/T)
Remove the snap ring (A), the cotter retainer (B), and the cotters (C)
from the idler gear shaft (D), then remove the idler gear shaft. Do not
distort the snap ring.
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Engine Coolant
Adding Engine Coolant
If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line, add coolant
to bring it up to the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
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Removal
Drain the engine coolant.
Remove the air cleaner.
Remove the heater hose clamp bracket mounting bolt (A) and the harness
holder mounting bolt (B).
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