Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

20. Mainshaft Thrust Clearance Adjustment

Mainshaft Thrust Clearance Adjustment
Special Tools Required
^ Mainshaft holder 07GAJ-PG201 10
^ Mainshaft base 07GAJ-PG20130

1. Install the mainshaft assembly in the clutch housing.





2. Install the oil guide plate M and 82 mm shim(s) (A) into the transmission housing.
3. Install the transmission housing onto the clutch housing, then tighten the 8 mm flange bolts in a crisscross pattern in several steps.
Specified Torque: 8 x 1.25 mm 27 Nm (2.8 kgf-m, 20 ft. lbs.)





4. Attach the special tools to the mainshaft as follows:
^ Back-out the mainshaft holder bolt (A), and loosen the two hex bolts (B).
^ Fit the holder over the mainshaft so its lip is towards the transmission.
^ Align the mainshaft holder's lip around the groove at the inside of the mainshaft splines, then tighten the hex bolts.

5. Fully seat the mainshaft by tapping its end with a plastic hammer.
6. Thread the mainshaft holder bolt in until it just contacts the wide surface of the mainshaft base.





7. Zero a dial gauge (A) on the end of the mainshaft.
8. Turn the mainshaft holder bolt (B) clockwise; stop turning when the dial gauge has reached its maximum movement. The reading on the dial gauge is the amount of mainshaft end play.

NOTE: Do not turn the mainshaft holder bolt more than 60 degrees after the needle of the dial gauge stops moving. Applying more pressure with the mainshaft holder bolt may damage the transmission.

9. If the reading is within the standard, the clearance is correct. If the reading is not within the standard, recheck the shim thickness.
Standard: 0.14 - 0.21 mm (0.006 - 0.008 inch)

82 mm Shim: