Transmission Case: Disassembly

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Remove all plugs from the transmission case.

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Remove the lubrication pipe.

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Remove the oil seal using a flat tip screwdriver wrapped with cloth, etc.

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Remove the ball bearing on the reduction driven gear side using ST.
Preparation tool:

ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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Remove the snap ring on the primary pulley side.

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Using the ST, remove the roller bearing on the primary pulley side.
NOTE: Warm up the bearing area of transmission case using a drier or heat gun.

Preparation tool:

ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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Remove the snap ring on the secondary pulley side.

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Using the ST, remove the roller bearing on the secondary pulley side.
NOTE: Warm up the bearing area of transmission case using a drier or heat gun.

Preparation tool:

ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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