How to Assemble the Countershaft Assembly

Special Instructions

Except for the PTO gears, the upper and lower countershaft assemblies are the same. To avoid confusion during installation, mark the upper countershaft (45-tooth PTO gear) with an “U”. The lower countershaft has a 47-tooth PTO gear.

Special Tools

• Snap ring pliers • Press

Procedure -

1. If previously removed, install the roll pin and key in countershaft keyway.

2. Align 3rd speed gear keyway with the countershaft key and press the gear on the countershaft.

3. Align PTO gear keyway with the countershaft key and press the gear on the countershaft.

4. Align drive gear keyway with the countershaft key and press the gear on the countershaft.

5. On each countershaft front, install the drive gear retaining snap ring in groove.

6. Use a flanged-driver or the press to install the bearing inner race on the countershaft front against the drive gear.

Final Check

• Make sure all gears are pressed into place. • Make sure the bearing inner race is installed.