Second generation (2007-2026)

A/T Housing Reverse Idler Gear Installation (A/T)

5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
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  1. Lightly coat the reverse idler gear shaft (A), the needle bearing (B), and new O-rings (C) with lithium grease.

  2. Assemble the new O-rings and the needle bearing on the reverse idler gear shaft, then install the reverse idler gear shaft in the reverse idler gear shaft holder (D). Align the D-shaped cut out (E) of the shaft with the D-shaped area (F) of the holder.

  3. Install the reverse idler gear in the transmission housing in the direction shown.

  4. Install the reverse idler gear shaft/holder assembly in the reverse idler gear.

  5. Secure the holder with the bolts.

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