Input Shaft: Assembly

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Assembly
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  1. Using the special tools, install the input shaft front bearing.
    Fig 1: Installing Input Shaft Front Bearing Using Special Tool
    G04620996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the 3rd gear needle bearing.
  3. Install the 3rd input gear.
  4. Install the 3rd gear synchronizer ring.
  5. NOTE: Make sure the synchronizer side with 3 notches is facing the 3rd input gear and the synchronizer side with 4 notches is facing the 4th gear.
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