John Deere 318 - Manual (Page 83)

IMPORTANT: Use extreme care when assembling the
center section, valve plates and
cylinder block to avoid dropping,
nicking or scratching lapped surfaces.
4. Install center section and gasket (A) on housing and
install eight cap screws. Tighten cap screws evenly.
NOTE: Center section will seem springy, this is because
the springs inside the cylinder blocks are being
compressed.
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5. Install transmission in bench fixture.
IMPORTANT: Check for proper internal assembly by
slowly rotating pump, motor and
control shaft while tightening cap
screws.
6. Tighten cap screws to 35 N·m (26 lb-ft).
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7. Install gear on motor shaft (output shaft). Install snap
ring.
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