Repair Procedures: Installation

Check that the shift lever is placed in the "N" position.
Install the shift cable retainer (A).
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

Fig 1: Locating Shift Cable Retainer With Nuts
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Insert the snap pin (A) after installing the shift cable.

Fig 2: Inserting Snap Pin
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NOTE:
- Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent wrong assembly.
  
  Fig 3: Shift Cable Installation Position
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- Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
  
  Fig 4: Installing Snap Pin With Hook
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Install the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Body "FLOOR CONSOLE ")
Install the knob & boots (A) by pressing the direction of arrow after installing the boots to the console upper cover.

Fig 5: Installing Knob & Boots
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Install the shift cable (A) to bracket and then lightly tighten the nut (B).

Fig 6: Locating Shift Cable And Nut
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NOTE: The existing shift cable clip (A) must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)

Fig 7: Shift Cable Clip
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Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.
Tightening torque:

8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

Fig 8: Pushing Shift Cable
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Install the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Install the air cleaner assembly and air duct.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")