Civic EX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1997)
Shift Fork: Testing and Inspection
Reverse Shift Holder
CLEARANCE
1. Measure the clearance between the reverse shift fork and 5th/reverse shift piece pin.
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Standard: 0.05 - 0.35 mm (0.002 - 0.014 inch)
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Service Limit: 0.5 mm (0.02 inch)
2. If the clearances are more than the service limit, measure the widths of the groove in the reverse shift fork. Standard: 7.05 - 7.25 mm (0.278 -
0.285 inch)
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If the widths of the grooves are not within the standard, replace the reverse shift holder with a new one.
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If the width 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 the reverse shift fork.
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Standard: 0.5 - 1.1 mm (0.02 - 0.04 inch)
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Service Limit: 1.8 mm (0.07 inch)