Transaxle mounting bolt removal note

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WARNING:

Remove the MTX carefully, holding it steady. If the MTX falls it could be damaged or cause injury.

Adjust the SST and lean the engine toward the MTX.

Fig 1: Lifting Engine Using SST
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Support the MTX on a jack.

Fig 2: Supporting Manual Transaxle Using Jack
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Remove the transaxle mounting bolts (lower side).
Remove the MTX.

Fig 3: Locating Transaxle Mounting Bolts (Lower Side)
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