Selector Shaft Seal, Replacing: Removing

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-- Select the 1st gear.

-- Remove the rear noise insulation by loosening the fasteners -2- and -3-

Fig 1: Identifying Noise Insulation Components

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NOTE:

Ignore item -2-.

-- Remove the nut -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Bolt And Clutch Slave Cylinder Secured Sideways In Engine Compartment

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CAUTION:

Danger of causing damage to the gearshift shaft inside the transmission.

Do not pry off the transmission shift lever -1- using a pry bar or hit it with a hammer.

-- Position the Puller - Gear Shaft Linkage T40160 and remove the gearshift lever -1-.

Fig 3: Positioning Puller T40160 And Removing Selector Rod

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-- Pry out shaft seal with Puller - Crankshaft/Power Steering Seal T20143/1.

Fig 4: Prying Out Shaft Seal Using T20143/1

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Check the selector shaft for damage.