Ridgid R82005 2 Speed Gear Train Replacement

Introduction

The Ridgid R82005 speed gear switch alters the amount of power intended for specific drill-driver bits and the type of materials manipulated by operators. Forcing this tool to produce torque beyond the limits of a speed gear can cause jams that compromise the drill's versatility.

What you need

Step 1 Housing Assembly

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Eject the battery from the drill.
Unscrew the seven M3x15.3mm screws, with the 2mm hex screwdriver bit, that secures the Housing Assembly.

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Step 2

Push the metallic Housing Connecting clip out with flat side of the plastic opening tool.
Eject battery before attempting this step.

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Step 3

Remove the top half of the Housing Assembly.

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Step 4

Grasp carefully the top and bottom of drill components.
LED light needs to be manually removed.
Lift and transfer, as a whole, the drill components from the old housing assembly to the new housing.
Make sure all drill components fit properly in the grooves of new Housing Assembly.

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Step 5 2 Speed Gear Train

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Remove the 2 speed gear selector by carefully lifting it out of the housing, making sure it is free from the speed switch rail.
The 2 speed gear selector may fall out on its own.
When reassembling, make sure all drill components fit properly in the grooves of the Housing Assembly.