If the shaft is bent, straighten or replace it.
If the serration [B] are damaged, replace the shaft.
If the spring [C] is damaged in any way, replace it.
If the shift mechanism arm [D] is damaged in any way, replace the shaft.
If the ratchet [A], pawls [B], pins [C] or springs [D] are damaged in any way, replace them.
If it is loose, unscrew it, apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads, and tighten it.
Torque - Shift Shaft Return Spring Pin: 29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 21 ft·lb)
If the lever or spring are damaged in any way, replace them.
If they are badly worn or if they show any damage, replace it.
External Shift Mechanism Installation
Wheels/TiresRear Caliper Removal
Remove:
Bolt [A]
Rear Wheel Rotation Sensor [B]
Loosen the banjo bolt [C] at the brake hose lower end,
and tighten it loosely.
Loosen the caliper holder pin [D].
Remove the rear wheel (see Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter).
Unscrew the banjo bolt and remove t ...
Fuel Tank Cap
To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the
key hole cover. Insert the ignition key
into the fuel tank cap and turn the key
to the right.
To close the cap, push it down into
place with the key inserted. The key
can be removed by turning it to the left
to the original position. Close the key
hol ...
Tire Wear, Damage
As the tire tread wears down, the tire
becomes more susceptible to puncture
and failure. An accepted estimate is
that 90% of all tire failures occur during
the last 10% of tread life (90% worn).
So it is false economy and unsafe to
use the tires until they are bald
In accordance with the ...