Transaxle mounting bolt removal note

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WARNING:

Remove the manual transaxle carefully, holding it steady. If the manual transaxle falls it could be damaged or cause injury.

Adjust the SST and lean the engine toward the manual transaxle.

Fig 1: Adjusting SST (49 C017 5A0)
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Support the manual transaxle on a jack.

Fig 2: Supporting Manual Transaxle On Jack
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Remove the transaxle mounting bolts (lower side).

Fig 3: Locating Transaxle Mounting Bolts (Lower Side)
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Remove the manual transaxle.