Version with automatic transmission only:

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Remove finisher for preselector lever, refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FINISHER FOR PRESELECTOR LEVER .

Jerkily remove knob (1) for selector lever towards top. Lift out rubber gaiter (2).

Fig 1: Removing Knob For Selector Lever

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Unscrew bolts (1).

Remove finisher (2) towards rear/top.

Disconnect plug connections and remove finisher (2).

Fig 2: Unscrewing Bolts

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Replacement only:

Unlock lock (1), unscrew switch (2) towards top from support (3) and remove from finisher (4) for storage tray.