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T2™
TEAR DOWN AND REASSEMBLY
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Each subassembly illustrated in this section
is illustrated by an exploded view showing
the parts involved.
The item reference num-
bers in each illustration are for assembly
instructions only
. See page 36 for part names
and descriptions. A complete exploded view
and item list of the transaxle is provided on
pages 35 and 36.
Many of the parts and subassemblies of this
transaxle can be removed and serviced inde-
pendently of other components. Where some
components and assemblies must be removed
before a given assembly can be serviced, that
information is given at the beginning of the
disassembly instructions.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Cleanliness is a primary means of assuring
satisfactory life on repaired units. Thoroughly
clean all exposed surfaces prior to any type
of maintenance. Cleaning of all parts by us-
ing a solvent wash and air drying is usually
adequate. As with any precision equipment, all
parts must be kept free of foreign material and
chemicals.
Protect all exposed sealing surfaces and open
cavities from damage and foreign material. The
external surfaces should be cleaned before
beginning any repairs.
Upon removal, it is recommended that all seals,
O-rings, and gaskets be replaced. During
installation lightly lubricate all seals, O-rings,
gaskets with a clean petroleum jelly prior to
assembly. Also protect the inner diameter of
seals by covering the shaft with a cellophane
(plastic wrap, etc.) material. Be sure all rem-
nants of this covering are removed after ser-
vicing.
Parts requiring replacement must be replaced
from the appropriate kits identi
fi
ed in the Items
Listing, found on page 36. Use only original
Hydro-Gear® replacement parts found listed
in BLN-51427 (CD).
IMPORTANT: When internal repair is performed
on the T2™, the
fi
lter assembly must be re-
placed.
TRANSAXLE REMOVAL
It is necessary to remove the T2 from
the vehicle before performing the repair
procedures presented in this section.
LIMITED DISASSEMBLY
The following procedures are presented in
the order in which they must be performed to
completely disassemble the unit. Do not
disassemble the unit any farther than is
necessary to accomplish the required repairs.
Each disassembly procedure is followed by a
corresponding assembly procedure.
Reassembly is accomplished by performing
the “Assembly” portions of the procedures. If
the unit has been completely disassembled, a
summary of the assembly procedures, in the
order in which they should occur, is given on
page 33.