MR2 L4-122 1998cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo (3S-GTE) (1991)
Output Shaft: Service and Repair
Disassembly
1. MEASURE FIRST AND SECOND GEAR THRUST CLEARANCE
Using a feeler gauge, measure the thrust clearance.
Standard clearance:
1st gear 0.10 - 0.35 mm (0.0039 - 0.0138 in.)
2nd gear 0.10 - 0.45 mm (0.0039 - 0.0177 in.)
Maximum clearance:
1st gear 0.40 mm (0.0157 in.)
2nd gear 0.50 mm (0.0197 in.)
2. CHECK OIL CLEARANCE OF FIRST AND SECOND GEAR
Using dial indicator, measure the oil clearance between the gear and shaft.
Standard clearance:
1st gear 0.009 - 0.051 mm (0.0004 - 0.0020 in.)
2nd gear 0.009 - 0.053 mm (0.0004 - 0.0020 in.)
Maximum clearance: 1st and 2nd gear 0.070 mm (0.0028 in.)
If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace the gear, needle roller bearing or shaft.