MT Gear Shift Lever: Inspection

Check the removed parts (bushing, cushion rubber, spacer, boot, stay and rod, etc.) for deformation, damage and wear. If necessary, correct or replace faulty parts.
- 5MT
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Bushing, Cushion Rubber, Spacer, Boot, Stay And Rod (5MT)
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- 6MT
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Bushing, Cushion Rubber, Spacer, Boot, Stay And Rod (6MT)
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Check the swing torque of rod linked with the gear shift lever.
If the torque exceeds the specifications, replace the bushing or retighten nuts.

Swing torque:

3.7 N (0.38 kgf, 0.84 lbf) or less

Fig 3: Checking Swing Torque Of Rod Linked With Gear Shift Lever
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