Integra LS Coupe L4-1834cc 1.8L DOHC MFI (1997)
Countershaft: Testing and Inspection
Clearance Inspection
1. Measure the clearance between the thrust shim and 1st gear.
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Standard: 0.045 - 0.205 mm (0.0018 - 0.0082 inch).
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Service Limit: 0.265 mm (0.0104 inch).
2. If the clearance exceeds the service limit, measure the thicknesses of 1st gear and the thrust shim.
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1ST GEAR Standard: 31.45 - 31.50 mm (1 .238 - 1 .240 inch).
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THRUST SHIM Standard: 1.945 - 1.955 mm (0.0766 - 0.0770 inch).
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If the thicknesses of 1st gear and the thrust shim are less than the standard, replace them with new ones. If the thicknesses of 1st gear and the
thrust shim are within the standard, replace the 1st/2nd synchro hub with a new one.
3. Measure the clearance between 2nd and 3rd gears.
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Standard: 0.07 - 0.14 mm (0.003 - 0.006 inch).
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Service Limit: 0.20 mm (0.008 inch).
4. If the clearance exceeds the service limit, measure the thicknesses of 2nd gear and the spacer collar.
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2ND GEAR Standard: 28.92 - 28.97 mm (1.139 - 1 .141 inch).
