Release Bearing and Lever: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. < Refer to REMOVAL , Manual Transmission Assembly. >
Remove the two clips from the release lever and remove the release bearing.
CAUTION: Be careful not to deform the clips.
Remove the dust cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Release Lever And Dust Cover
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Remove the lever spring from the pivot with a screwdriver by accessing it through the clutch housing release lever hole. Then remove the release lever.

Fig 2: Removing Lever Spring From Pivot With Screwdriver
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