Simplicity 1691682 Service & Repair Manual page 151

29. Check the idle shaft, needle bearing, gear and thrust
washers.
NOTE: The washers have oil control grooves to assure
lubrication of the needle bearing. If worn parts appear
questionable, tolerances can be checked according to
specifications.
Specifications:
Idle shaft O.D. .............................................. 0.866 in.
Gear I.D. ...................................................... 1.103 in.
Washer thickness .............................. 0.094-0.102 in.
30. Inspect the final pinion shaft and bearings for wear.
31. Loosen and remove six bolts and nuts from differen-
tial assembly. Do not reuse this hardware. Always
use new parts here.
32. As you disassemble the differential, note the pinion
shaft can only fit into the drive gear in one position.
NOTE: The cover is notched to accommodate the pinion
shaft.
Figure A-21. Inspect Idle Shaft Components
Figure A-22. Inspect Pinion Shaft and Bearings
Figure A-23. Disassemble Differential Assembly
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