Sidekick 4WD L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC 0 TBI 8V (1990)
Shifter M/T: Service and Repair
Shift Control Levers
REMOVAL
1. Remove 2 screws at the front and 2 clips at the rear, and then take off console box.
NOTE: To remove clip, push in its center pin first.
2. Remove console box bracket by removing bolts and lift up boot cover and boot No. 2.
3. Remove boot clamp and then remove boot No. 1 from transmission shift lever case.
4. With gear shift control case cover pushed down with fingers, turn it to counter clockwise and take out shift control lever.
5. Take out transfer shift control lever in similar manner as described above.
INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION
1. Check shift control lever lower portion and control lever locating sheet for excessive wear, and boot for damage. Correct or replace if necessary.
2. Apply grease to pivot portions and seat, then install shift control lever.
3. Perform above steps also for transfer shift control lever.
