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3. Position the shift shaft such that the spring pin is level with the notch in the shift shaft bracket. Rotate the shift shaft so that
the spring pin rides along the edges of the bracket and the cam is facing in the correct direction (ramped face towards the
cam follower, when installed into the gearcase).
a - Shift cam ramped face
4. Place a new water pump gasket onto the gearcase housing.
5. Install the water pump base assembly onto the gearcase housing. Some adjusting may be required to allow the shift cam
to fit into place. The base should rest easily on the gasket, without force to close the gap, when all parts are positioned
correctly.
6. Slide the clamp over the shift shaft, and secure it and the water pump base to the gearcase with a screw and washer.
7. Ensure that the clamp does not interfere with the shift shaft, and tighten the screw to the specified torque.
Description Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Shift shaft clamp screw 6.0 53.1 –
8. Insert the dowel pins into the water pump base.
9.
Ensure that the sealing surfaces of the water pump base and the faceplate are clean. Using a new gasket, install the
faceplate.
a - Dowel pin (2)
b - Faceplate (with new gasket
beneath)
c - Water pump base (gasket
beneath)
d - Shift shaft
e - Clamp
f - Screw and washer
a
6607
a
b
c
d
e
f
62861
Gear Housing (2.15:1)
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