Overdrive Planetary Gears: Assembly

NOTE: Thoroughly clean all parts and blow dry with moisture-free compressed air.

NOTE: Use petroleum jelly to hold the No. 2 overdrive planetary thrust bearing in place.

Fig 1: Installing No. 2 Overdrive Planetary Thrust Bearing

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Install the No. 2 overdrive planetary thrust bearing.
Install the overdrive planetary gear carrier into the center shaft and overdrive.

Fig 2: Installing Overdrive Planetary Gear Carrier Into Center Shaft And Overdrive
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CAUTION: Make sure that the No. 12 bearing is in place in the overdrive planetary prior to installing the overdrive sun gear.

Fig 3: Installing Front Sun Gear With Recessed Gear Teeth Facing Toward Adapter

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Install the front sun gear with the recessed gear teeth facing toward the adapter.

NOTE: Inspect the sun gear for damaged or worn teeth.

Fig 4: Installing Coast Clutch-To-Overdrive Carrier Adapter

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