Makita 256211-7 — Pin (Pin 6). This is an original Makita replacement locating/retention pin (listed as “Pin 6”) used in the gearbox/anvil area of several Makita impact wrenches, and it appears in official Makita parts breakdowns.
Key detail: the part is a 6 mm diameter pin (Pin 6) designed to sit in the gearbox/anvil assembly for proper alignment and retention.
Example fitment: used on XWT18 and XWT17 impact-wrench assemblies and on the DTW700 / DTW701 series (and their regional variants such as DTW700RTJ/DTW700Z and XWT18Z/T) according to Makita parts diagrams.
Why this part matters: replacing a worn, bent, or missing pin restores correct gear/anvil alignment and prevents excessive play or further damage to internal components — a small, inexpensive genuine Makita part that’s listed in Makita parts diagrams for these models.
If you’re repairing an impact wrench, this original Makita pin (256211-7) is a straightforward, direct-fit power tool parts replacement to return the tool to proper operation.
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