Jeep Cherokee 2000 Service Manual - page 1357
OUTPUT SHAFT
NOTE: The synchronizer hubs and sleeves are dif-
ferent and must not be intermixed. It is recom-
mended that each synchronizer unit be removed as
an assembly to avoid intermixing parts. It is also
recommended that each synchro hub and sleeve be
marked with a scriber or paint for correct assembly
reference.
(1) Remove snap ring that secures 3-4 synchro hub
on output shaft.
(2) Remove 3-4 synchro assembly, third gear syn-
chro ring, and third gear with shop press and
Remover Tool 1130. Position Tool 1130 between sec-
ond and third gears.
(3) Remove third gear needle bearing (Fig. 44).
(4) Remove retaining ring that secures two-piece
thrust washer on shaft (Fig. 45). Use small pry tool
to remove retaining ring.
(5) Remove two-piece thrust washer (Fig. 46). Note
position of washer locating lugs in shaft notches for
installation reference.
(6) Remove second gear and needle bearing (Fig.
47).
(7) Remove second gear synchro ring, synchro fric-
tion cone, and synchro cone (Fig. 48).
(8) Remove interm ring.
(9) Remove 1-2 synchro hub snap ring.
(10) Remove 1-2 synchro hub and sleeve and first
gear from output shaft with shop press and Remover
Tool 1130 (Fig. 49). Position Tool 1130 between first
and reverse gears.
Fig. 44 Third Gear Needle Bearing Removal
1 – THIRD GEAR NEEDLE BEARING
Fig. 45 Thrust Washer Retaining Ring Removal
1 – PRY TOOL
2 – THRUST WASHER RETAINING RING
Fig. 46 Two-Piece Thrust Washer Removal
1 – SECOND GEAR
2 – THRUST WASHER (2–PIECE)
3 – WASHER LOCATING LUG
Fig. 47 Second Gear And Needle Bearing Removal
1 – SECOND GEAR
2 – SECOND GEAR NEEDLE BEARING
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