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ENGINE
18.4.35 Checking the shift mechanism
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Check shift forks
at leaf
for wear.
Shift fork
Thickness at leaf
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If the measured value does not meet specifications:
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Change the shift fork.
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Check shift grooves
of shift drum
for wear.
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If the shift groove is worn:
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Change the shift drum.
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Check the seat of the shift drum in grooved ball bearing
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If the shift drum is not correctly seated:
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Change the shift drum andlor the grooved ball bearing.
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Check grooved ball bearing
for smooth operation and wear.
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If the grooved ball bearing does not move easily or is worn:
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Change the grooved ball beari ng.
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Check shift rollers
for surface damage and cracking.
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If the shift roller exhibits surface damage or cracking:
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Change the shift drum.
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Check springs
of the shift rails for damage and wear.
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If the spring is damaged or worn:
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Change the spring of the shift rail.
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Check shift rails
on a flat surface for run-<lut.
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If there is run-<lut:
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Change the shift rail.
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14.85 ... 4.95 mm (0.1909 ... 0.1949 in)
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Check the shift rails for scoring, seizure marks, and stiffness in the shift fork.
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If the shift rail has scoring, seizure marks, or does not move easily in the shift fork:
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Change the shift rail.
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Check sliding plate
for wear on contact areas
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If the sliding plate is worn:
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Change the sliding plate.
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Check return surface
on the sliding plate for wear.
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If there is severe grooving:
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Change the sliding plate.
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Check guide bolts
for firm seating and wear.
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