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MT Gear Shift Lever: Inspection

  1. Check each part (bush A, 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.
    Fig 1: Checking Shift Linkage Components
    G02036942
  2. Check the swing torque of the rod in relation of the gear shift lever.

    If the torque exceeds the specification, replace bushing or retighten nuts.

    Rocking torque: 

    1. 0.7 N.m (0.07 kgf-m, 0.5 ft-lb) or less 
      Fig 2: Check The Swing Torque
      G02036943