Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove rear underbody protection

GS6-17DG/BG and GS6-37DG/BG transmissions only.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on reverse gear switch.

Remove reverse gear switch.

Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ.

NOTE: Illustration similar

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection On Reverse Gear Switch

G04726012

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GS6-53DG/BG transmission only

Disconnect plug connection (1) on reverse gear switch.

Remove reverse gear switch.

Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ.

NOTE: Illustration similar

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection On Reverse Gear Switch

G05476320

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