Selector Lever Cable: Installation

Fig 1: Installing Gearshift Cable

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1. Install the gearshift cable.
   Fig 2: Installing Gearshift Cable In Bracket

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2. Install the gearshift cable in the bracket.
   Fig 3: Connecting Gearshift Cable To Transaxle Shifter Lever

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3. Connect the gearshift cable to the transaxle shifter lever.
   Fig 4: Installing Gearshift Cable Nuts

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4. Install the gearshift cable nuts.
   Fig 5: Connecting Gearshift Cable To Gearshift Lever

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5. Connect the gearshift cable to the gearshift lever.
   1. Attach the gearshift cable to the steering column bracket.
   2. Connect the gearshift cable to the gearshift lever.
   Fig 6: Positioning 0.6 mm (0.023in) Feeler Gauge Between Gearshift Lever Selector & Gearshift Lever Detent

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6. Position a 0.6 mm (0.023 in) feeler gauge between the gearshift lever selector and the gearshift lever detent.
7. Place the gearshift lever in the DRIVE position and hang a 1.4 kg (3 lb) weight from the gearshift lever.
   Fig 7: Loosening Gearshift Cable Adjuster To Adjust Cable Then Tighten

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8. Loosen the gearshift cable adjuster to adjust the cable then tighten.
   Fig 8: Installing Lower Steering Column Shroud

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9. Install the lower steering column shroud.
   1. Position the lower steering column shroud.
   2. Install the screws.
   Fig 9: Installing Upper Steering Column Shroud

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10. Install the upper steering column shroud.