Honda Fit: Countershaft Disassembly (M/T)

NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View in the countershaft reassembly, as needed, when removing components pressed onto the countershaft.

1. Securely clamp the countershaft assembly in a bench vise with wood blocks.

2. Use a chisel (A) to raise the locknut tab (B) from the groove in the countershaft.

3. Remove the locknut (left-hand threads) (A) and the spring washer (B).

4. Support 5th gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of the bearings (F).

5. Support 4th gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of 4th gear.

6. Support 3rd gear (A) on steel blocks (B), then use a press (C) and an attachment (D) to press the countershaft (E) out of 3rd gear.