25 11 111 Replacing shift rod joint: Installation

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Grease shift rod.

Grease, see GEAR SHIFT MECHANISM - OPERATING FLUIDS .

Make sure shims (3) are in correct position.

IMPORTANT: New retaining clips fitted as from 04.08.
Retaining clip must interlock captively with retaining web (1) behind shift rod pin.

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Web

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Lever spring washer (1) out of groove and push a little towards rear.

Press dowel pin (2) upwards/downwards out of shift rod joint and remove shift rod joint.

Grease ball of selector shaft.

See GEAR SHIFT MECHANISM - OPERATING FLUIDS .

Replace spring washer (1).

Fig 1: Removing Shift Rod Joint

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Check rubber ring (1) in shift rod joint (2) and replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Ring And Shift Rod Joint

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