1.
Install the driveshaft bearing oil slinger into the gearcase.
2.
With shims retained on top of driveshaft bearing, install the driveshaft assembly through the pinion bearing.
b
IMPORTANT: Install the pinion nut with the step side of the nut against the pinion gear.
a
3.
Lift the driveshaft slightly and install the pinion gear. Thread the pinion nut onto driveshaft with the step side of the nut
towards the pinion gear.
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a -
Slinger
a
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a
a -
Driveshaft
b -
Shims (retained)
c -
Upper driveshaft bearing
c
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b
a -
Pinion gear
b -
Pinion nut
c -
Step side (install toward pinion gear)
c
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