Raise the engine/transmission to the horizontal position.

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Fig 1: Identifying Mechanical Gear Selector Cables, Bracket, Retaining Clip, And Lock Facings

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Install:

screws of transmission/engine and starter motor/transmission. Tighten the retaining screws to 50 Nm .
shift cables on mounting with clips (B) (press back the locking plate (A) on the clips before refitting).
Check that they are properly fastened.
the shift cables to the gear selector arms on the transmission with washers and lock clips.
Lubricate the pins on the gear selector arms with a little grease, part no. 1161241-3.
the connector for the back-up (reversing) light switch.