23 11 614 Replacing guide tube for clutch release unit (GS6-53BZ)

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NOTE: (transmission removed)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove clutch RELEASE BEARING AND RELEASE LEVER from guide tube

Unfasten screws.

Remove guide tube (1).

Installation:

Clean thread.

Install screws with Loctite 243.

Tightening torque: see Fig 1.

Fig 1: Tightening Torque 23 11 2AZ

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Fig 2: Locating Guide Tube Screw

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Note:

Remove sticker (1) and adhesive with a suitable solvent.

Fig 3: Locating Sticker

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