9. FINAL REDUCTION PEOPLE 250 Inspect the final gear and final shaft for wear, damage or seizure. Drive Shaft Bearing Drive Shaft and Gear Check the left crankcase bearings for excessive play and inspect the oil seal for wear or damage. Inspect the drive shaft and gear for wear or damage. Countershaft Bearing Final Shaft Bearing Final Shaft Check the transmission case covers bearings for excessive play and inspect the final shaft bearing oil seal for wear or damage. Do not remove the transmission case cover except for necessary part replace- ment. When replacing the drive shaft, also replace the bearing and oil seal. Drive Shaft Bearing 9-4