Synchroniser Rings, Remove and Install (F 17) Notice: Transmission remains installed.
 Remove, Disconnect Remove shift cover (1) - see operation "Shift Cover, Disassemble and Reassemble (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)". Remove reversing lamps switch (2). Remove end shield cover (3) - see operation "Gasket for End Shield Cover, Replace (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)". Remove end shield (4) from transmission - see operation "Gasket for End Shield, Replace (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)". | 
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Remove, Disconnect Remove main shaft - see operation "End Shield with Main Shaft and Drive Shaft, Remove and Disassemble (F 15/F 17)". Disassemble main shaft - see operation "Main Shaft, Disassemble and Reassemble (F 15 / F 17)".
 Inspect Replace affected synchroniser rings:
1 4th gear synchroniser ring
2 3rd gear synchroniser ring
3 1st gear inner synchroniser ring
4 1st gear intermediate ring
5 1st gear outer synchroniser ring
6 2nd gear outer synchroniser ring
7 2nd gear intermediate ring
8 2nd gear inner synchroniser ring
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Notice: If a synchromesh body assembly has been completely disassembled then the following method of procedure shall be observed for assembly.
 Assemble Insert synchromesh body (3) into shifter collar (2). Insert slide blocks (1 and 5) with the open end toward synchromesh body. Insert synchroniser spring (4); ensure that the correct end of synchromesh body raises (arrow) for correct installation position. If this is not the case, turn synchroniser spring 180 ° and reinstall. Offset end of synchroniser engages in a slide block. | 
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Notice: 5th gear synchroniser ring is removed and installed within the context of the operation "End Shield with Main Shaft and Drive Shaft, Disassemble and Reassemble".
 Install, Connect Assemble main shaft - see operation "Main Shaft, Disassemble and Reassemble (F 15 / F 17)". Install main shaft - see operation "Shield cover of main and drive shaft, Dismantle and Reassemble (F 15/F 17)".
Install, Connect Install end shield (1) in transmission - see operation "Gasket for End Shield, Replace (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)". Install end shield cover (2) - see operation "Gasket for End Shield Cover, Replace (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)". Install reversing lamps switch (4) with new seal ring - tightening torque 20 Nm / 15 lbf. ft. Install shift cover (3) - see operation "Shift Cover, Disassemble and Reassemble (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)".
Inspect Check transmission fluid level - see operation "Transmission Fluid Level, Check and Correct (F 13/F 15/F 17/F 18/F 18+)". | 
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