MT Gear Select Cable: Inspection

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Check that exposed length (a) of MT gear select cable is within specification.
Exposed length (a) of MT gear select cable:

Specification: 11 mm (0.4 in)

Fig 1: Identifying MT Gear Select Cable Exposed Length
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If it is not within the specification, perform the adjustment. <Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , MT Gear Select Cable.>