Inspection After Disassembly: Synchronizer

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the items below. If necessary, replace them with new ones.

Damage and excessive wear of the contact surfaces of coupling sleeve, synchronizer hub, and shifting insert.
Coupling sleeve and synchronizer hub must move smoothly as shown.

Fig 1: Inspecting Synchronizer
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
If any cracks, damage, or excessive wear is found on the cam face of baulk ring or working face of the insert as shown, replace it.

Fig 2: Inspecting Baulk Ring
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.