Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 876

Fig. 68: Installing The Synchro Spring

16. Install the double cone synchro assembly (B) by aligning the synchro cone fingers (C) with the grooves in

the 5th/6th synchro hub (D).

17. Install the distance collar and the needle bearing.

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18. Install the 6th gear (A) by aligning the synchro cone fingers (B) with the holes in the 6th gear (C).

Fig. 69: Installing The 6th Gear

19. Install the NEW ball bearing (A) using the special tools and press (B).

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Fig. 70: Installing The NEW Ball Bearing

COUNTERSHAFT ASSEMBLY CLEARANCE INSPECTION

1. Measure the clearance between the 1st gear (A) and the distance collar (B) with a feeler gauge (C). If the

clearance is more than the service limit, go to step 2.

Standard: 0.06-0.16 mm (0.002-0.006 in.)

Service Limit: 0.25 mm (0.010 in.)

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Fig. 71: Measuring The Clearance Between The 1st Gear & The Distance Collar

2. Measure the thickness of the distance collar.

Standard: 23.03-23.08 mm (0.907-0.909 in.)

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If the thickness is not within than the standard, replace the distance collar.

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If the thickness is within the standard, go to step 3.

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