6MT Model

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Attach the release bearing to the transmission.
Insert the release lever into the release bearing tab.

Fig 1: Identifying Release Lever And Release Bearing
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Apply grease to splines.
Grease:

NICHIMOLY N-130

Fig 2: Identifying Splines
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Insert the release shaft into the release lever.
NOTE: Make sure the cut portion of the release shaft comes into contact with the spring pin.

Fig 3: Identifying Release Shaft, Spring Pin And Release Lever
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Tighten the plugs.
Tightening torque:

44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Tightening Plugs
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Check the release bearing and release lever for smooth movement by operating the release lever.
Install the transmission assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION - 6MT , Manual Transmission Assembly . >