6. Synchronizers Cleaning and Inspection

1. Clean all the synchronizer parts in a suitable solvent. Air dry all the synchronizer parts.
2. Inspect the synchronizer parts for the following conditions:
^ Burrs
^ Cracks
^ Chamfer for excessive wear
^ Free movement of the clutching sleeves on their hubs
^ Worn or damaged clutch teeth
^ Distorted springs
3. Replace synchronizer parts that are worn or damaged. Replace a burred or nicked part that cannot be reconditioned by hand. Use a soft stone or a crocus cloth.





4. Measure the gap between the vertical faces of the blocking ring teeth and the speed gear as follows:
4.1. Assemble the correct blocking ring with the correct speed gear.
4.2. The blocking ring must be fully seated on the gear.
4.3. Use a feeler gauge to measure the forward gear gap.
4.4. Use a feeler gauge to measure the reverse gear gap. Measure the gap without the wave washer in between the blocking ring and the reverse gear.
5. Replace any forward gear blocking ring when the gap is less than 1.14 mm (0.045 inch).
6. Replace the reverse gear blocking ring if the gap is less than 0.75 mm (0.030 inch).