Case Splitting1984 KZ550

I made a really big amature mistake. I pulled the shifter fork rod out and my shifter forks fell to the bottom of the motor. Please don't beat me up, I've been beating myself up all week. I have never split the cases before and according to the manual, I can split the cases with the top end still attached. As you can tell, I need all the help I can get so if you have and advice, pictures, or any help I really need it. If someone can walk me through the process, that would be great. I have already removed the motor from the bike and I'm ready to start. Thanks in advance.

ive never done a small motor,is there a picture in your manual?

Yes but my manual is a copy and the pics aren't very clear. I was hoping someone took pics of their teardown.

flip it over and start removing case bolts,dont forget the main cap for crank and other bolts along crankshaft/mains

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