Removing Transmission: Dismantling

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Remove cross member.

Fig 1: Locating Cross Member
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Remove coolant lines and holders.

Fig 2: Locating Coolant Line To Transmission
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Disconnect electric connection for the reversing light switch.

Fig 3: Identifying Electric Connector For Reversing Light Switch
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Remove electric cable (positive lead). Do this by removing the holder from the transmission -arrows- and disconnecting the lead in the B-Plus box -1- .

Fig 4: Routing Of B+ Line On Transmission
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Disconnect the shift cable -1- and selector cable -2- from the transmission.

Fig 5: Removing Shift And Selector Cables
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- Protect the drive shafts from mechanical damage.
Remove drive shafts on transmission side. To do this, unscrew the six Allen screws joining each drive shaft and transmission flange. Counter at the wheel to prevent it from turning as well.

Fig 6: Identifying Drive Shaft
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Disconnect hydraulic line for clutch control. Collect emerging brake fluid in a suitable container. Seal open lines with a suitable stopper.

Fig 7: Identifying Clutch Line
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