Disassembly (A/T Models)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the snap ring.
Remove the retaining pin.
Remove the drum cam from the control shift rod.

Fig 1: Removing Snap Ring And Retaining Pin
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Remove the retaining pin from the L-H shift rod.
Remove the 2-4 shift bracket.

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Pin From L-H Shift Rod
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Remove the retaining ring from the 2-4 shift fork, using suitable tool.
Remove the fork guide collar and 2-4 shift fork spring from the 2-4 shift fork.
Remove the clevis pin and shift collar from the 2-4 shift bracket.
Remove the clevis pin and shift collar from the L-H shift fork.

Fig 3: Removing Retaining Ring From 2-4 Shift Fork, Using Suitable Tool
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