Accord EX Coupe L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1997)
Shift Fork: Testing and Inspection
Reverse Shift Fork
1. Measure the clearances between the reverse shift fork and 5th/reverse shift piece pin.
a. Standard:
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A: 0.05 - 0.35 mm (0.002 - 0.014 inch)
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B: 0.40 - 0.80 mm (0.020 - 0.030 inch)
b. Service Limit:
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A: 0.5 mm (0.02 inch)
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B: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch)
2. If the clearances are more than the service limit, measure the widths of the groove in the reverse shift fork.
Standard:
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A: 7.05 - 7.25 mm (0.278 - 0.285 inch)
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B: 7.40 - 7.70 mm (0.290 - 0.300 inch)
NOTE:
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If the widths of the grooves are not within the standard, replace the reverse shift fork with a new one.
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If the widths of the grooves are within the standard, replace the 5th/reverse shift piece with a new one.
3. Measure the clearance between the reverse idler gear and reverse shift fork.
a. Standard: 0.5 - 1.1 mm (0.02 - 0.04 inch)
b. Service Limit: 1.8 mm (0.07 inch)