Hello Jack,
the book says 1.5 to 2.0 kpm.
Don't remove the cover as there are some parts that will come with the cover, mainly a shaft and this will result in disassembly of the gear box, the trans is suppose to be assembled with cover straight up on a bench.
Good luck
Mark
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