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Mazda RX7. Manual - part 102

MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIM ADJUSTMENTS CAT. J, NO. 001/90

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1983 Mazda RX7

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Saturday, September 08, 2001 09:44AM

Fig. 2: Retaining Ring Installation (M-Type)

Note: If the "C" washers are not pushed fully forward in the mainshaft
groove the measurement will be incorrect.

4. While pushing the "C" washers forward, measure the clearance
between the thrust washer and "C" washers. (See Fig. 3).

Fig. 3: Measuring Clearance Between Thrust Washer & "C" Washer
(M-Types)

If the clearance is not as specified select the proper thrust washer.
Standard Clearance: Refer to the appropriate Service Information for
the vehicle being repaired.

MAINSHAFT REAR BEARING
1. Drive on the mainshaft rear bearing using he SST, fully seating it
against the front "C" washers. See Fig. 4.

2. Install the original "C" washers and hold them with the retaining
ring.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIM ADJUSTMENTS CAT. J, NO. 001/90

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1983 Mazda RX7

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Fig. 4: Installing Rear Bearing (M-Types)

NOTE: If the "C" washers will not fit into the rear mainshaft groove,
select the proper thickness "C" washers.
Ensure both "C" washers at this position are the same
thickness.

3. Measure the clearance between the "C" washers and mainshaft rear
bearing. See Fig. 5. If the clearance is not as specified,
select the proper "C" washers.

Fig. 5: Measuring Clearance Between "C" Washer & Rear Bearing (M-
Type)

Standard Clearance: Refer to the appropriate Service Information for
the vehicle being repaired.

R-TYPE
5th Gear
1. Install the synchronizer ring and 5th gear.
2. Install the steel ball and thrust washer.
3. Install only the two 3.0mm (0.118 in) thick "C" washers in the
front mainshaft groove and hold them with the retaining rings.
See Fig. 6.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIM ADJUSTMENTS CAT. J, NO. 001/90

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1983 Mazda RX7

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Saturday, September 08, 2001 09:44AM

Fig. 6: Retaining Ring Installation (R-Type)

Note: If the "C" washers are not pushed fully forward in the
mainshaft groove the measurement will be incorrect.

4. While pushing the "C" washers forward, measure the clearance
between the "C" washers and thrust waster. (See Fig. 7).

Fig. 7: Measuring Clearance Between "C" Washers & Thrust Washer
(R-Type)

Standard Clearance: Refer to the appropriate service information for
the vehicle being repaired.

MAINSHAFT REAR BEARING
1. Drive on the mainshaft rear bearing using a suitable pipe, fully
seating it against the front "C" washers. See Fig. 8.
2. Install the original "C" washers and hold them with the retaining
ring.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIM ADJUSTMENTS CAT. J, NO. 001/90

Article Text (p. 6)

1983 Mazda RX7

For www.iluvmyrx7.com

Saturday, September 08, 2001 09:44AM

Fig. 8: Rear Bearing Installation (R-Type)

Note: If the "C" washers will not fit into the rear mainshaft groove,
select the proper thickness "C" washers. Ensure both "C"
washers at this position are the same thickness.

3. Measure the clearance between the "C" washers and mainshaft rear
bearing. See Fig. 9.
If the clearance is not as specified, select the proper "C"
washers.

Standard Clearance: Refer to the appropriate service information for
the vehicle being repaired.

Fig. 9: Measuring Clearance Between"C" Washer and Rear Bearing
(R-Type)

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