Check the play of the release bearing by spinning it by hand. If there is excessive play or noise, replace the release bearing.

NOTE: The release bearing is packed with grease. Do not wash it in solvent.
Rear Seats
Adjusting the Rear Seat-Backs
Pull the lever on the right to change the angle
of the right half of the seat-back, and left for
the left half.
Folding Down the Rear Seats
1. Unlatch the detach ...
Fuel Tank Draining
Remove the fuel tank unit.
Using a hand pump, a hose, and a container suitable for fuel, draw the
fuel from the fuel tank.
Reinstall the fuel tank unit.
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Valve Body and ATF Strainer Removal (A/T)
Remove the ATF feed pipe (A) from the regulator valve body (B).
Remove the ATF feed pipes (C) (D) from the servo body (E).
Remove the ATF strainer (F) (two bolts).
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