TRANSAXLE SPECIFICATIONS

Application

In. (mm)

Axle Shaft End Play

.012-.020 (.30-.50)

Drive Pinion Shaft Backlash

.005-.007 (.13-.18)

Drive Pinion Starting Torque

.254-.258 (6.4-6.5)

Extension Case End Play

.002-.008 (.05-.20)

High Clutch ⁽¹⁾

Standard Clearance

.031-.043 (0.80-1.10)

Maximum Allowable Limit

.059 (1.50)

Low Clutch ⁽²⁾

Standard Clearance

.028-.043 (.70-1.10)

Maximum Allowable Limit

.063 (1.60)

Low & Reverse Brake ⁽³⁾

Standard Clearance

.028-.047 (.70-1.20)

Maximum Allowable Limit

.087 (2.20)

Oil Pump

Tip Clearance

.0008-.0059 (.020-.150)

Side Clearance

.0008-.0016 (.020-.040)

Reverse Clutch ⁽⁴⁾

Standard Clearance

.020-.031 (.50-.80)

Maximum Allowable Limit

.047 (1.20)

Transfer Clutch

Standard Clearance

.008-.024 (.20-.60)

Maximum Allowable Limit

.063 (1.60)

2-4 Brake ⁽⁵⁾

Standard Clearance

.031-.047 (.80-1.20)

Maximum Allowable Limit

.059 (1.50)

Total End Play

.010-.022 (.25-.55)

⁽¹⁾	High clutch has 4 drive and driven plates on 2.2L, and 5 drive and driven plates on 2.5L.

⁽²⁾	Low clutch has 5 drive and driven plates on 2.2L, and 6 drive and driven plates on 2.5L.

⁽³⁾	Low and reverse brake has 5 drive and driven plates on 2.2L, and 6 drive and driven plates on 2.5L.

⁽⁴⁾	Reverse clutch has 2 drive and driven plates on both 2.2L and 2.5L.

⁽⁵⁾	2-4 brake has 3 drive and driven plates on both 2.2L and 2.5L.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Transaxle Specifications

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic