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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • DT 46427 Driver
    • EN 46342 Driver Handle

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1203909  Size: SH
  1. Using snap ring pliers, expand the mainshaft rear bearing retaining ring (101) as far as possible to allow the mainshaft rear bearing to pass through the retaining ring.
  2. Using the 78 mm side of the DT 46427  (2), push the mainshaft rear bearing out of the mainshaft rear bearing retaining ring (101).
  3. It is not necessary to remove the mainshaft rear bearing retaining ring (101) unless the groove in the transmission case needs cleaning or the retaining ring is damaged.

  4. Inspect the bearing for excessive wear or damage. Replace as needed.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1203910  Size: SH
  1. If removed, install the mainshaft rear bearing retaining ring.
  2. Set the 29 x 82 x 17x15.5 mm mainshaft rear bearing (100) on the transmission case with the groove in the up position.
  3. Using the snap ring pliers, expand the mainshaft rear bearing retaining ring (101) and by hand insert the bearing partially into the transmission case.
  4. Release the snap ring pliers, and then using EN 46342  (1) and the 78 mm side of the DT 46427  (2), push the bearing down into the transmission case until the mainshaft rear bearing retaining ring (101) seats in the groove of the mainshaft rear bearing (100).

  5. Object Number: 1203911  Size: SH
  6. Measure the retaining ring end gap (a) to verify the retaining ring (101) is properly installed in the bearing and transmission case (31).
  7. Specification
    The retaining ring end gap is between 0-7 mm (0.00-0.28 in)