Selector Lever: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the shifter assembly.
1. Install the shifter and the 4 bolts.
  - Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
2. Connect the electrical connector.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Shifter Bolts And Electrical Connector
Install the shift cable to the gearshift assembly.
1. Connect the shift cable end to the gearshift lever.
2. Install the shift cable to the bracket.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Shift Cable End & Gearshift Lever Assembly

NOTE: If necessary, connect the electrical connector.

NOTE: If the parking brake was applied to remove the finish panel, release the parking brake.

Fig 3: Locating Top Finish Panel

Install the top finish panel.
Install the upper shift lever trim ring.
- To install the upper shift lever trim ring, orient the thick tab on the driver side front of the shifter and press into place.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Upper Shift Lever Trim Ring
Adjust the shift cable. For additional information, refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT .