Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1053

3 Shift insulator component (outer)
4 Shift insulator component (inner)
5 Shift lever component
6 Front tunnel member
7 Rear tunnel member
8 Heated oxygen sensor connector
9 Heated oxygen sensor connector bracket
10 Catalytic converter, middle pipe, main silencer
11 Exhaust manifold stay
12 Heat insulator
13 Starter
14 Clutch release cylinder
15 Power plant frame
16 Propeller shaft
17 Back-up light switch connector
18 Neutral switch connector
19 Wire
20 Transmission installation bolt
21 Transmission
22 Stopper
23 Bolt
24 Dynamic damper
Exhaust Manifold Stay Removal Note
1. Remove the exhaust manifold stay from the transmission.
2. Rotate the exhaust manifold stay and place it on the transverse member.
Power Plant Frame Removal Note
1. Support the transmission using a transmission jack.
(w) RX-8 Transmission (Manual & Auto)
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