Gear Reduction and Drive Group Assembly Procedure

IMPORTANT: If the drive end bushing and plug are being replaced, install the drive end pushing and plug in the drive housing. Lubricate the drive end housing bushing, shift lever, and driveshaft. Refer to Starter Motor Inspection (SD Series) or Starter Motor Inspection (28-MT Series). Testing and Inspection

1. Install the arms of the shift lever with the shift collar onto the driveshaft and clutch group.

Drive Shaft And Clutch Group:

2. Install the assembled shift lever and driveshaft and clutch group into the drive housing.
2.1. Align the holes in the driveshaft support with those in the drive housing.
2.2. Make sure that the driveshaft support is fully seated in the drive housing and the driveshaft bearing remains fully seated in the driveshaft support.





NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the shift lever screw, washer, and nut.

Tighten
Tighten the shift lever nut to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).

4. Install the plate, if used, and the drive housing plug to the drive housing.
5. Install the washers in the same number and position as noted during disassembly.
6. Install the armature support bracket to the drive housing.
7. Install the drive housing bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the drive housing bolts to 8.5 N.m (75 lb in).