Reverse Check Cable: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Refer to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the gear shift knob by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the console box assembly. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CONSOLE BOX>REMOVAL .
Remove the cover - shift lever. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CONSOLE BOX>REMOVAL .
Remove the panel center LWR LH and RH. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CONSOLE BOX>REMOVAL .
Remove the clamp.

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Remove the boot and insulator assembly.

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Remove the spring pin from the slider.

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Remove the slider and spring.

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Cut the band clip, and separate the reverse check cable from the gear shift lever.

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Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the center exhaust pipe (rear). Refer to EXHAUST(STI)>CENTER EXHAUST PIPE>REMOVAL .
Remove the center exhaust cover.

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Remove the crossmember. Refer to MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL(6MT) (TY85)>TRANSMISSION MOUNTING SYSTEM>REMOVAL .
Remove the snap pin and washer, and separate the reverse check cable.

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Move the transmission to the right side, and remove the stay bolts and the reverse check cable.
NOTE: If the transmission is not moved aside, the stay bolts may contact the body and cause damage.

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Lift up the stay clip, and separate the stay from the reverse check cable.

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Pull out the reverse check cable from underside of the vehicle to remove it.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the inner boot.
Loosen the lock nut, and remove the reverse check cable from the cable plate.

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