Reverse Check Sleeve: 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 manual transmission assembly from the vehicle. < Refer to REMOVAL , Manual Transmission Assembly. >
Remove the transfer case together with the extension case assembly. < Refer to REMOVAL , Transfer Case and Extension Case Assembly. >
Remove the shifter arm.
Remove the plug, gasket, reverse accent spring, and ball.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug, Gasket, Reverse Accent Spring, And Reverse Check Ball
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Remove the reverse check sleeve assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Reverse Check Sleeve Assembly
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