Chain Sprockets: Assembly

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Position the No. 16 reverse/overdrive ring gear bearing on the special tools.
- Position the bearing with the part number facing toward the handle of the special tool.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The identification stamping of the bearing goes to the outboard side of the reverse/overdrive ring gear.

Fig 2: Installing No. 16 Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Bearing Using Special Tools

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tools, install the No. 16 reverse/overdrive ring gear bearing.
Position the No. 17 stator support bearing on the special tools.
- Position the bearing with the part number facing toward the handle of the special tool.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Special Tools
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The identification stamping of the bearing goes to the outboard side of the reverse/overdrive ring gear.

Fig 4: Installing No. 17 Stator Support Bearing Into Stator Support Sprocket Using Special Tools

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tools, install the No. 17 stator support bearing into the stator support sprocket.