Pickup 2WD V6-180.5 2959cc 3.0L SOHC (3VZ-E) (1989)
Counter Gear: Testing and Inspection
NOTE: For measurements to be taken during disassembly, refer to Disassembly of Transmission. See: Service and Repair
INSPECTION OF COUNTER GEAR
1. CHECK OIL CLEARANCE OF FIFTH GEAR
(a) Install the spacer, counter 5th gear and needle roller bearings.
(b) Using a dial indicator, measure the counter 5th gear oil clearance.
Standard clearance:
0.015 - 0.068 mm (0.006 - 0.0027 in.)
Maximum clearance:
0.16 mm (0.0063 in.)
If the clearance exceeds the limit, replace the gear bearing or shaft.
2. REMOVE HUB SLEEVE NO.3, SHIFTING KEYS AND SPRINGS FROM COUNTER FIFTH GEAR
Using a screwdriver, remove three shifting keys and two springs from counter 5th gear.
3. INSPECT COUNTER GEAR
Using a micrometer, measure the outer diameter of the counter gear journal.
Minimum diameter: 27.860 mm (1.0968 in.)
4. INSPECT SYNCHRONIZER RINGS
(a) Turn the ring and push it in to check the braking action.