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5. Synchronizers Disassemble



Synchronizers Disassemble

1st/2nd, 3rd/4th, 5th/6th Synchronizers

Important:
Synchronizer components are not interchangeable. Keep all the synchronizer components separate. The synchronizer hubs and the sliding sleeves are a selected assembly. Keep the hubs and the sliding sleeves together as originally assembled.





1. Scribe a mark on the synchronizer hub and on the sleeve. This will help you to reinstall the parts in the same position.





2. Remove the synchronizer springs. Use a small-blade screwdriver.





3. Remove the synchronizer sleeve and the keys from the hub.

Reverse Synchronizer





1. Scribe a mark on the synchronizer hub and on the sleeve. This will help you to reinstall the parts in the same position.





2. Remove the synchronizer spring. Use a small-bladed screwdriver.





3. Remove the synchronizer sleeve from the hub. Press against the inner hub.
4. Turn the hub over. The keys will slide out from the hub.





5. Remove the following parts using a small-blade screwdriver:
1. The synchronizer key retainer
2. The synchronizer spring
6. Discard the synchronizer key retainer.