Inspect the thrust needle bearings and the needle bearings for galling and rough movement.

Inspect the splines for excessive wear and damage.
Check the shaft bearing surfaces for scoring and excessive wear.
Before installing the O-rings, wrap the shaft splines with tape to prevent O-ring damage.
Lubricate all parts with ATF during assembly.
Install the conical spring washer and the 40 x 63 mm thrust washer in the direction shown.
Replace the locknut and the conical spring washer with new ones when assembling the transmission.
Check the axial clearance of 3rd gear.
Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating,
and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires
of a
different size or construc ...
Audio Antenna
Your vehicle is equipped with an antenna at the rear of the roof . Bef ore
using a ‘‘drive-through’’ car wash, remove the antenna by unscrewing it by hand.
This prevents the antenna f ...
Pilot Bearing Inspection
Inspect the crankshaft pilot bearing for wear and damage.
Inspect the inside surface of the crankshaft pilot bearing with your
finger. If the crankshaft pilot bearing is not smoot ...