51 16 210 Removing and installing / replacing finisher for preselector lever

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Pull handle off with one firm movement. Lift out cover plate.

Fig 1: Pulling Handle Off

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Lift out cover plate

Fig 2: Lifting Out Cover Plate

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Pull out cable connector (1... 3) and remove finisher strip (4) for selector lever.

Fig 3: Removing Finisher Strip For Selector Lever

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