We remove the gearbox for repair, as well as when replacing clutch discs and when removing the engine

We prepare the car for the task and install it on a lift or a viewing ditch

Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery

Drain the oil from the gearbox and transfer case

Remove the transfer case

Install the jack under the clutch housing

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

Disconnect the wire ends from the reverse light switch

It is best to remove the reverse light switch to avoid damaging its terminals

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

Use the 27 key to unscrew the switch

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

And remove the switch with the gasket

We unscrew the nuts and remove the bolts of the rear supports of the power plant (see How to replace the supports of the power plant UAZ-3151, -31512, -31514, -31519)

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

We unscrew the four bolts of the gear lever support with a 12 key

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

Remove the lever with the spring

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

We unscrew the four bolts securing the lining of the cover of the clutch release fork with a 10 key and remove the fork

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

With a 19 key, we unscrew the three gearbox mounting nuts (two on the right and the lower left), while the lower left nut rests against the gearbox crankcase and cannot be removed from the stud

Using a jack, we raise the power plant by the clutch housing

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

Remove the base plate

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

Using a 19 wrench, unscrew the left upper nut of the box

We shift the gearbox back, finally unscrew the fastening nuts on the left side

How to remove and install the gearbox of a UAZ car

Remove the gearbox

Install the gearbox in reverse order and fill the gearbox and transfer case with oil