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[2005-2008] [TRX500 FA/FGA]
REAR DRIVING MECHANISM
Install the pinion joint onto the pinion gear shaft by
Be careful not to
PINION JOINT
pushing it in until the stopper ring seats in the
damage the oil seal
groove in the joint.
lip.
RING GEAR CLEARANCE INSPECTION
Install the ring gear with the shim into the case
RING GEAR
CASE COVER
cover.
Measure the clearance between the ring gear and
stop pin with a feeler gauge.
CLEARANCE: 0.3--0.6 mm (0.01--0.02 in)
STOP PIN
FEELER GAUGE
Remove the ring gear.
SHIM
If the clearance is without the standard value, heat
Be sure to wear
the case cover to approximately 80ºC (176ºF) and
heavy gloves to
remove the stop pin by tapping the cover.
avoid burns when
handling the heated
Install a stop pin shim to obtain the correct clear-
gear case. Using a
ance.
torch to heat the
Stop pin shims:
gear case may
cause warpage.
A: 0.10 mm (0.004 in)
B: 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Drive the stop pin into the case cover.
STOP PIN
FINAL GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY
· When the gear set, bearing, and/or gear case has
been replaced, check the tooth contact pattern
(page 18-12)
and gear backlash
(page 18-10).
Clean the mating surface of the gear case and cover,
Keep dust and dirt
being careful not to damage them.
out of the case and
cover.
Blow compressed air through the breather hole in
the gear case.
18-20