Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 881

Fig. 86: Installing The Synchro Spring

7. Install the triple cone synchro assembly (B) by aligning the synchro cone fingers (C) with the 1st/2nd 

synchro hub grooves (D).  

8. Install the distance collar (A) and friction damper (B) by aligning the friction damper fingers (C) with the 

1st/2nd synchro hub grooves (D). 

 

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Fig. 87: Installing The Distance Collar & Friction Damper 

9. Install the needle bearing.  

10. Install the 2nd gear (A) by aligning the synchro cone fingers (B) with the 2nd gear grooves (C). 

 

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Fig. 88: Installing The 2nd Gear 

 

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2004 MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS Overhaul - ASU5 6-Speed

  

 

11. Support the countershaft (A) on the steel blocks, then install 3rd gear (B) using the special tool and a 

press (C). Do not exceed the maximum pressure. 

Fig. 89: Installing The 3rd Gear 

12. Install the 4th gear (A) using the special tool and a press (B). Do not exceed the maximum pressure. 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS Overhaul - ASU5 6-Speed