Toyota Yaris: Manual Transaxle Unit / Inspection

(a) Using a feeler gauge, measure the reverse idler gear thrust clearance.

Standard Clearance:

0.40 to 1.05 mm (0.0157 to 0.0413 in.)

Maximum Clearance:

1.05 mm (0.0413 in.)

If the clearance exceeds the maximum, replace the reverse idler gear, needle roller bearing, and reverse idler gear shaft.

(a) Using a dial indicator, measure the reverse idler gear radial clearance.

Standard Clearance:

0.015 to 0.048 mm (0.000591 to 0.00189 in.)

Maximum Clearance:

0.048 mm (0.00189 in.)

If the clearance exceeds the maximum, replace the reverse idler gear, needle roller bearing, and reverse idler gear shaft.