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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 779472  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear oil seal (1) from the rear housing.
  2. Remove the speed sensor ring (2) located under the seal.

  3. Object Number: 779484  Size: SH

    Important: The plug is under spring pressure, ensure that the plug does not fly out under spring force, when plug is unscrewed.

  4. Remove the locking lever screw plug (1) and spring (2) from the rear housing.

  5. Object Number: 779468  Size: SH

    Important: As the allen bolt (6) is removed, support the gear shift selector rod bushing (1) against rotational spring force.

  6. Remove the allen bolt (6), it may be necessary to heat the bolt to loosen sealer. Remove the roller (5), spring guide (4), bushing (3), spring (2) and gear selector rod bushing (1).

  7. Object Number: 779470  Size: SH
  8. Remove the five bolts (1) holding the rear bearing plate and locking lever support (2).

  9. Object Number: 779475  Size: SH

    Important: Do not remove the rear mainshaft bearing unless it needs to be replaced.

  10. Heat the rear housing to 80°C (176°F).

  11. Object Number: 779477  Size: SH
  12. Use a tube and a press to remove the bearing.

  13. Object Number: 820754  Size: SH

    Important: It may be necessary to heat the housing area to 80°C (176°F) to remove the cup.

  14. Remove the counter gear bearing cup from the housing.