Removing, installing, dismantling and assembling floor shift - RA2703722B745X(27-745)

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Floor shift for model 124, see microfilm "Automatic transmission 722.4"

B. Model 129

Removing and installing

Remove clip (49) and detach shift rod (10).
Remove and install wooden covering at shift lever (68-230).

Fig 1: Identifying Clip And Shift Rod
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Remove protective cap (61).

Fig 2: Identifying Protective Cap
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Unscrew retaining bolt (42) on pipe clamp (41) and unclip cable (40) from stop rocker (44).
Pull bulb out of housing. In vehicles with selector lever position "B" and with "S" and "E" programs, disconnect plug from switch.

Fig 3: Identifying Selector Lever Position "B"
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Unscrew retaining screws (6, 6a) and remove floor shift.
Installation note

When installing, place sealing insert on floor shift and push through retaining screws.
Install in the reverse sequence.

Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Screws
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