MT Gear Shift Lever: Inspection

Check the parts (bushing, cushion rubber, spacer, boot, stay and rod, etc.) for deformation, damage and wear. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts. Compare the removed parts with new parts to judge if there are damages or not.

Fig 1: Identifying Cushion Rubber, Spacer And Boot
Check the swing torque of rod linked with the gear shift lever.
If the torque exceeds the specifications, replace the bushing or retighten nuts.

Swing torque:

3.7 N (0.38 kgf, 0.84 lb) or less

Fig 2: Identifying Swing Torque And Pivot