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Shift Control Cable

  1. Start engine and move shift lever into the "R" position. Ensure transaxle engages in Reverse. With engine off, remove the console.
  2. Move shift lever into the "D" position. Remove lock pin from cable adjuster. Check that hole in adjuster is perfectly aligned with hole in shift cable. See Fig 1 .
  3. The 2 holes in the end of the shift cable are positioned to allow cable adjustments in 1/4 turn increments. If not perfectly aligned, adjustment can be made on shift cable.
  4. Loosen lock nut on shift cable and adjust as required. Tighten lock nut. Install lock pin on adjuster. See Fig 1 .
  5. Lock pin should not bind as it is installed. Start engine and check shift lever in all gears.
Fig 1: Adjusting Shift Control Cable
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