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.
Side Airbags
The side airbags help protect the upper torso of the driver or a front
passenger
during a moderate-to-severe side impact.
Do not attach accessories on or near the side airbags.
They can interfe ...
Checking the Battery
Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window.
The label on the battery explains the test indicator’s colors. The test indicator
window’s location differ ...
Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance Inspection
Remove the valves.
Subtract the O.D. of the valve stem, measured with a micrometer, from the
I.D. of the valve guide, measured with an inside micrometer or ball gauge.
Take t ...