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Shift Linkage, Adjusting



Shift Linkage, Adjusting

Dimension between body opening and rear shift rod (in shift mechanism).






- Dimension -a-: 37 mm (1.46 inch)

Pivot Rod Bolt 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).

Ball Housing Nuts (arrows -A- and -B-):






- Arrow -A-: 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)

- Arrow -B-: 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.)

Dimension -a- between ball stop buffers and ball housing should be equal on both sides.






Bolt For Shift Rod 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.)
The position of the shift lever should not change when bolt is tightened.
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