Transmission Cover: Disassembly

1983 Chevrolet Chevette Scooter, 2D Hatchback, Standard, MY1SECTION Disassembly
  1. Place selector arm plates and shift rail in Neutral (centered) position. Rotate shift rail until selector arm disengages from selector arm plates and roll pin is accessible.
  2. Remove selector arm roll pin using a pin punch and hammer. Remove shift rail, shift forks, selector arm plates, selector arm, interlock plate and roll pin.
  3. Remove shift cover-to-extension housing "O" ring seal. Remove Nylon inserts and selector arm plates from shift forks. Note position of inserts and plates for reassembly reference.
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