Can't split s40-k4f
 

Me and my friends have been trying to split this tranny for hours. The steps we've taken so far:
Interlock guide bolt removed
detentes removed
all of the 12mm bolts removed (goes without saying)
VCC removed
Reverse switch removed
I've split a transmission before, by myself. It came apart just fine (same k4f as well).

When we pry up on the upper case while pulling apart the snap ring, the counter-shaft comes up with it. I've tried heating it up, lightly tapping it to no avail. I even tried taking a punch and hammer to the main countershaft bearing through the fill port (not too worried, I have another bearing).the counter-shaft still comes up with the upper case.

Re: Can't split s40-k4f
 

This happens from time to time. No secrets for getting the CS to drop out of the case, just have to keep at it.

Re: Can't split s40-k4f
 

Here is a picture of my honda oem isb. I'm finding some conflicting info on the orientation of this bearing.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/honda-t...29490de0cd.jpg


I've been told that the words go up. But in other guides the side with the 2 concentric circles goes up. Need some clarification.

Re: Can't split s40-k4f
 

Isn't it symmetrical?