Figure 3-31. Idler gear and shaft, removal, disassembly, reassembly and installation

d. Inspection.

f. Installation. Refer to figure 3-31 and install the

(1) Inspect the idler gear for broken, cracked

idler gear and shaft assembly and secure shaft with

or chipped teeth.

retaining screw. Position idler gear stud and idler

(2) Inspect the shaft for scoring or pitting.

gear into crankcase assembly with the oil groove in

(3) Replace damaged or excessively worn gear

idler gear stud facing up. Maintain a .003 to .004

or shaft.

inch clearance between idler gear and shoulder of

e. Reassembly. Refer to figure 3-31B and

shaft.

reassemble idler gear and shaft.

Figure 3-31. Idler gear and shaft, removal, disassembly,

reassembly and installation.

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