Repair Procedures: Removal

Shift the gear to "neutral".
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Remove the snap pin (A) and the washer (B).

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Remove the select cable (A) and then shift cable (B) from the cable bracket (C).

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Remove the control shaft lever assembly (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

19.6 - 26.5 N.m (2.0 - 2.7 kgf.m, 14.5 - 19.5 lb.ft)

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