PRO TECHNICIAN

Inspection

Inspect Gear and Shaft

Reverse idler gear shaft
Micrometer
 
3.
Visually inspect reverse idle gear shaft
Verify whether there are any scratches or physical damage on the contact surfaces of the shaft.
 
4.
Measure outer diameter of reverse idle gear shaft
Use a micrometer to measure the outer diameter of the shaft by measuring the circumference over several locations.
 
HINT:
Make sure measurement is carried out on area of shaft in contact with rotating parts ie area which will be subject to greatest wear.

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