23 00 038 Installing exchange transmission (GS6-17BG/DG)

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IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission fluid level.

Use only the APPROVED TRANSMISSION FLUID

Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the transmission.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Drain gear oil at oil drain plug. For tightening torque refer to 23 00 4AZ in 00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION
Remove Gearbox

Convert shift rod joint.

Push back retaining ring (1) and drive out dowel pin (2).

Fig 1: Retaining Ring, Dowel Pin And Removal Direction

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NOTE: Check damping disk (6) for damage and replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Damping Disk

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Convert following parts from previous transmission to new transmission.

Release BEARING AND RELEASE LEVER
Ball pin and spring wire clip
Studs for clutch slave cylinder
Reversing light switch, for tightening torque refer to 23 41 5AZ in 23 41 EXTERNAL GEARSHIFT COMPONENTS .

Add final details to vehicle.

Check oil level.

Installation:

Observe Greasing Specification.