Removal and installation of starter lock-out switch - AR27.10-P-0240A

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TRANSMISSION 722.5

Fig 1: Identifying Starter Lock-Out Switch Components

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	Removal, installation
1	Remove plug (8)	Turn locking device upwards and carefully press off using two screwdrivers
2	Unhook shift rod (9) by detaching the clip locking device (5)
3	Disconnect range selector lever (52) by removing the hexagon nut (7) and hexagon bolt (6)	Installation : Pay attention to the engagement of the driver (54) in the range selector lever
4	Remove starter lock-out switch (S16/4) by unscrewing hexagon bolts (10)	Installation : Plug 4 mm dia. alignment tool through driver (54) and locating bore in shift housing and locate starter lock-out switch (S16/4)
5	Install in reverse sequence
6	Adjust shift rod		AR27.60-P-0980A