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Nuts, bolts  
     
Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
     Loosen nuts or bolts, opposite to tightening 
sequence. 
     Tighten and loosen bolts and nuts for securing 
covers and housings in a diagonal sequence. 
     Especially delicate parts, such as clutch 
pressure plates, must not be canted. Loosen 
and tighten bolts and nuts in stages in a 
diagonal sequence. 
     The tightening torques stated apply to non-oiled 
nuts and bolts. 
     The threads of bolts which are secured by a 
locking compound should be cleaned using a 
wire brush. Then apply AMV 185 101 A1 when 
installing. 
     
CAUTION! 
     Part numbers are listed here for reference 
only. Always check with your Parts 
department for the latest information. 
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Synchronizer rings  
     
Do not interchange.
     When re-using, install synchronizer rings with 
the same gear with which they were previously 
matched. 
     Check for signs of wear; replace if necessary.
     Lubricate with gear oil before installing.
     
Clutch mechanism  
     When removing transmission, remove clutch 
slave cylinder without opening hydraulic lines. 
     
CAUTION! 
     
Do not depress the clutch pedal after 
removing the slave cylinder. Otherwise the 
piston will be pressed out of the slave 
cylinder. 
     Do not cant clutch pressure plate, loosen and 
tighten in a diagonal sequence and in stages. 
     To reduce odor caused by a burnt clutch, 
thoroughly clean the bellhousing, flywheel and 
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