Method of assembly for a north-south automatic transaxle
US5289635A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49863
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of assembly for a north-south transaxle includes the steps of forming a case with a longitudinal passageway and having an opening generally perpendicular to the passageway. The method also includes forming a head portion and a shaft portion extending from the head portion and installing a front bearing about the transfer shaft and in the passageway. The method further includes installing the transfer shaft in the passageway, installing a rear bearing about the transfer shaft and in the passageway, and retaining the front and rear bearings and transfer shaft in the passageway.
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