BOMBARDIER 1982 Shop Manual page 277

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At "reverse" position, sleeve must be as shown .
REVERSE POSITION
If any of these positions are unobtainable, use a screw-
driver to turn index rod and obtain proper meshing of
teeth. Recheck sleeve engagement after adjusting index
rod.
Position gear change fork in gearbox cover so that it aligns
with slot of sleeve in gearbox housing.
Install gearbox cover on gearbox using "Loctite 515
crankcase sealant" or an equivalent silicone sealant.
Torque nuts in the following sequence to 27 N-m (20 ft-
Ibsl.
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Position gaskets and spacer of gearbox on frame studs.
Place lower sprocket in drive chain and push it forward
inside the housing (between the track tunnelsl.
SECTION 03 TRANSMISSION
SUB-SECTION 08 (GEARBOX)
Install chain tensioners.
Spring
retaining
bushing
Lower
tensioner
Secure gearbox to frame (torque nuts to 22 N-m (16
ft-Ibs) and insert splined end of drive axles in the lower
sprocket of the gearbox.
_ CAUTION: Check condition of drive axle seals; re-
." place if necessary.
Press each end bearing housing into frame and over drive
axle bearing. Secure housings to frame . Install seals.
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NOTE: A gap of approximately 1.6 mm
(1 / 16")
should exist between the end of bearing housing
and seal.
Install shifter mechanism.
Install brake and driven pulley support.
Apply chain tension by rotating tensioner axle to obtain
6 mm
(1 / 4")
maximum chain free-play.
Pour 625 ml (22 Imp . ounces) of Bombardier chaincase
oil into gearbox.
Install engine and carry out pulley alignment.
Install suspension systems. Proceed with track tension
and alignment.
Install drive belt and pulley guard.
Install engine compartment access plates, seats and seat
backs.
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