Repair Procedures: Removal

Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Disconnect the electronic shift actuator connector (A).

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Separate the wiring fixing clip (A) and remove the electronic shift actuator (B).
Tightening torque:

20.6 - 26.5 Nm (2.1 - 2.7 kgf.m, 15.2 - 19.5 lb.ft)

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