Automatic Transaxle Unit: Inspection

INSPECT INPUT SHAFT END PLAY
1. Using a dial indicator, measure the end play in the axial direction.
  Standard end play: 0.374 to 1.292 mm (0.0147 to 0.0509 in.)
  
  If the end play is not as specified, select and replace the thrust needle roller bearing.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Input Shaft End Play
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INSPECT INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
1. Using a dial indicator, measure the end play of the intermediate shaft.
  Standard end play: 0.204 to 0.966 mm (0.008 to 0.038 in.)
  
  Fig 2: Measuring End Play Of Intermediate Shaft
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INSPECT 2ND COAST AND OVERDRIVE BRAKE DISC
1. Visually check if the sliding surface of the disc, plate and flange are worn or burnt. Replace as necessary.
  HINT:
  - If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, or even if a part of the printed number is defaced, replace all discs.
  - Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
    
    Fig 3: Identifying Brake Disc
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INSPECT 1-WAY CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
1. Hold the rear planetary sun gear and turn the 1-way clutch. The 1-way clutch should turn freely clockwise and should lock counterclockwise.
  
  Fig 4: Inspecting 1-Way Clutch Assembly
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INSPECT 2ND BRAKE BRAKE DISC
1. Visually check if the sliding surface of the disc, plate and flange are worn or burnt. Replace as necessary.
  HINT:
  - If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, or even if a part of the printed mark is defaced, replace all discs.
  - Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
    
    Fig 5: Identifying Brake Disc
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INSPECT NO. 2 1-WAY CLUTCH
1. Install the 1-way clutch and thrust washer to the rear planetary sun gear.
2. Hold the rear planetary sun gear and turn the 1-way clutch. The 1-way clutch should turn freely counterclockwise and should lock clockwise.
  
  Fig 6: Inspecting No. 2 1-Way Clutch
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INSPECT 1ST AND REVERSE BRAKE DISC
1. Visually check if the sliding surface of the disc, plate and flange are worn or burnt. Replace as necessary.
  HINT:
  - If the lining of the disc is peeling off or discolored, or even if a part of the printed mark is defaced, replace all discs.
  - Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
    
    Fig 7: Identifying Reverse Brake Disc
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INSPECT 1ST AND REVERSE BRAKE RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the spring together with the spring seat.
  Standard free length: 13.96 mm (0.5496 in.)
  
  Fig 8: Measuring Free Length Of Spring
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INSPECT INPUT SHAFT ASSEMBLY
1. Make sure that the input shaft turns smoothly.
  
  Fig 9: Inspecting Input Shaft Assembly
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