Countershaft Bearing Preload
Bearing PreloadNOTE: The countershaft thrust washer must be removed prior to the bearing preload measurement.
1. Remove the two power take off covers.
2. Attach a dial indicator/magnetic base and a Clutch Housing Alignment Adapter to the transmission case.
3. Position the stem of the alignment adapter so that it contacts the 4th speed gear of the countershaft.
4. Zero the dial indicator.
5. Inspect the pry bar through the PTO opening and position them beneath the 4th speed gear on the counter shaft. Pry up on the counter shaft.
6. Record the dial indicator reading.
7. The thrust washer should have a thickness of the recorded reading plus 0.02 - 0.11 mm (0.00079 - 0.00434 inch).
8. After completing the bearing preload measurement, position the transmission with the input shaft pointing up.
9. Remove the case from the extension housing.
10. Remove the front bearing outer race.
11. Install the shim and the front bearing outer race.