Shift rod seal, replacing: Removing

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Fig 1: Removing Selector Lever Cable From Selector Shaft Lever

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Pry off selector lever cable from lever/shift rod (arrow).

Fig 2: Driving Out Spring Dowel Sleeve At Lever/Shift Rod Of Travel Toward Front

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Drive out spring dowel sleeve - 1 - at lever/shift rod - 2 - in direction of travel toward the front (arrow), until the lever/shift rod can be pulled off the shift rod.

Fig 3: Prying Seal Out With A Screwdriver

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Pierce sealing ring using a small screwdriver and pull out.