Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 867

Fig. 34: Measuring The Clearance Between Change Lever & The Select Lever With A Feeler
Gauge

2. Measure the groove of the change lever.

Standard: 15.00-15.10 mm (0.591-0.594 in.)

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If the groove is not within the standard, replace the change lever.

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If the groove is within the standard, replace the select lever.

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Fig. 35: Measuring The Groove Of The Change Lever

CHANGE LEVER ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY

NOTE:

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If 5 minutes have passed after applying liquid gasket, reapply it and
assembly the shift arm cover.

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Prior to reassembling, clean all parts in solvent, dry them, and apply
grease to the contact surfaces as shown.

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Fig. 36: Exploded View Of Change Lever Assembly Components

SHIFT FORK CLEARANCE INSPECTION

1. Measure the clearance between each shift fork (A) and its matching synchro sleeve (B). If the clearance

exceeds the service limit, go to step 2.

Standard: 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.026 in.)

NOTE:

The synchro sleeve and synchro hub should be replaced as a set.

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Service Limit: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)

Fig. 37: Measuring The Clearance Between Each Shift Fork & Its Matching Synchro Sleeve

2. Measure the thickness of the shift fork fingers.

Standard: 7.4-7.6 mm (0.29-0.30 in.)

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If the thickness is not within the standard, replace the shift fork.

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If the thickness is within the standard, replace the synchro sleeve.

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If one arm of the shift fork shows more wear than others, the fork may be bent and needs to
be replaced.

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