23 11 608 Replacing guide tube for clutch operator (GS6-17BG/DG)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove transmission
Remove clutch controller and release lever from guide tube.

Fig 1: Locating Screws

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Release screws.

Remove guide tube.

Tightening torque: 23 11 2AZ . See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation:

Replace screws.

Clean new guide tube.

Guide surface must be clean (no labels/stickers or residual adhesive, etc.).