Manual Transmission/Transaxle: Service Precautions

PRECAUTION
DISASSEMBLY PRECAUTION
1. Clean the transaxle exterior thoroughly with a steam cleaner or cleaning solvent before disassembly.

WARNING:
^ Using compressed air can cause dirt and other particles to fly out, causing injury to the eyes.
^ Wear protective eye wear whenever using compressed air.

2. Clean the removed parts (except sealed bearings) and all sealing surfaces with cleaning solvent, and dry with compressed air.
3. Clean out all holes and passages with compressed air, and verify that there are no obstructions.

ASSEMBLY PRECAUTION
1. Replace all 0-rings and gaskets with the new ones included in the overhaul kit.
2. Verify that all parts are completely cleaned before assembly.
3. Assemble parts within 10 minutes after applying sealant. Allow all sealants to cure for at least 30 minutes after assembly before filling the transaxle with transaxle oil.
4. Replace bearing races and bearings as sets.