CAUTION:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.

1. Fully open the rear door glass.
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver and then detach the clip A in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
3. Pull up the rear belt line molding in the direction of arrow (2) shown in the figure.
4. Rotate the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in the figure and remove it while detaching tabs B.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear Bumper Disassembly/AssemblyFront Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Boot band (transaxle side (large diameter))
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side (Large Diameter)) Disassembly Note.)
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side (Large Diameter) ...
Transmission/Transaxle Features
Clutch and Manual Transaxle [C66M-R]
A newly developed, C6-type manual transaxle (SKYACTIV-MT) with 6 forward
gears and 1 reverse gear has been adopted.
Automatic Transaxle [FW6A-EL, FW6AX-EL]
A newly developed, FW6A(X)-EL-type electronically controlled automatic transaxle
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Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Purpose, Function
Prevents release of blow-by gas (unburnt gas) into the atmosphere.
The PCV valve is open/closed by the intake manifold vacuum.
Construction
The PCV valve is installed to the oil separator.
The PCV valve consists of a spring and valve.
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