Countershaft Disassembly (M/T)

NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View in the countershaft reassembly, as needed, when removing components pressed onto the countershaft.

1. 1

   Securely clamp the countershaft assembly in a bench vise with wood blocks.

2. 2

   Use a chisel (A) to raise the locknut tab (B) from the groove in the countershaft.

   

3. 3

   Remove the locknut (left-hand threads) (A) and the spring washer (B).

   

4. 4

   Support 5th gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of the bearings (F).

   

5. 5

   Support 4th gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of 4th gear.

   

6. 6

   Support 3rd gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of 3rd gear.