MT Gear Shift Lever: Inspection

Check each part (bushing, cushion rubber, spacer, boot, stay and rod, etc.) for deformation, damage and wear. Repair or replace any defective part. Determine defective parts by comparing with new parts.
- 5MT
  
  Fig 1: Checking Bushing, Cushion Rubber, Spacer, Boot, Stay And Rod (5MT)
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- 6MT
  
  Fig 2: Checking Bushing, Cushion Rubber, Spacer, Boot, Stay And Rod (6MT)
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Check the swing torque of the rod in relation of the gear shift lever.
If the torque exceeds the specification, replace the bushing or retighten the nuts.

Swing torque: 3.7 N (0.38 kgf, 0.84 lb) or less

Fig 3: Checking Swing Torque Of Rod
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