Idler gear end-float (Manual gearbox) (page 2 of 2)

9. Fit idler gear assembly to flywheel housing.
10. Position tool 18G 1383 across flywheel housing and idler gear, centralise tool.
11. Using feeler gauges, measure gap between tool 18G 1383 and selective washer on idler gear. DATA: End-float = 0.101 to 0.177 mm.

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12. Remove idler gear assembly from flywheel housing.
13. Remove selective washers from idler gear assembly.
14. Select washers which will give the correct end-float figure.
15. Clean selective washers and fit to idler gear.
16. Fit idler gear assembly to flywheel housing.
17. Position tool 18G 1383 and centralise.
18. Check that end-float is now within tolerance. 18G 1383.
19. Remove idler gear assembly from flywheel housing and fit to engine.
20. Clean primary gear, backing ring and ’C’ shaped washer.
21. Fit primary gear to crankshaft.
22. Position backing ring on crankshaft.
23. Fit ’C’ washer to crankshaft.
24. Fit flywheel housing gasket. See ENGINE, Repairs.