Honda Accord: Mainshaft Disassembly
NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View in the Mainshaft Reassembly, as needed, when removing components pressed onto the mainshaft (see page 13-38).
1. Remove the angular ball bearing (A) and the tapered cone ring using a commercially available bearing separator (B) and a commercially available bearing puller (C). Make sure the bearing separator is under the tapered cone ring.

2. Support 5th gear (A) on steel blocks, and press the mainshaft out of the 5th synchro hub (B) and 5th gear.
NOTE: Do not use a jaw-type puller; it can damage the gear teeth.

3. Support 3rd gear (A) on steel blocks, and press the mainshaft out of the 3rd/4th synchro hub (B) and 3rd gear.
NOTE: Do not use a jaw-type puller; it can damage the gear teeth.

Mainshaft Assembly Clearance Inspection
1. Support the bearing Inner race with an appropriate
sized socket ( A ) , and push down on the mainshaft ( B ) .
2. Measure the clearance between 2nd gear (C) and 3rd
gear (D) with a feeler gaug ...
Mainshaft Inspection
1. Inspect the gear and bearing contact areas for wear
and damage, then measure the mainshaft at points A,
B, C, D, and E. If any part of the mainshaft is less than
the service limit, replace it.
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See also:
Cam Chain Case Oil Seal
Installatio
Special Tools Required
Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
Attachment, 52 x 55 mm 07746-0010400
1. Clean and dry the crankshaft oil seal.
2. Apply a light coat of new engine oil to the lip of ...
Countershaft Assembly Clearance Inspection
tightened to the specified torque (see page 13-46).
1. Measure the clearance between 1st gear (A) and the
1st gear distance collar (B) with a feeler gauge (C).
- If the clearance exceeds the se ...