Selector Shaft Seal, Transmission Installed: Removing

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-- Select 1st gear.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Noise Insulation Components

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-- Remove the nut -1-.

Fig 2: Removing Bolt And Secure Clutch Slave Cylinder Sideways In Engine Compartment

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NOTE:

Ignore -2-.

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.

Fig 3: Positioning Puller T40160 And Remove Selector Rod

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-- Install the T40160 and remove the transmission shift lever -1-.

-- Pry out the shaft seal using the T20143/1.

Fig 4: Prying Out Shaft Seal Using T20143/1

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Check the selector shaft for damage.