Selector Cable Installation Note

Install the selector cable (selector lever component side) to the selector lever securely.
Install the selector cable (selector lever component side) to the selector lever bolt, and then temporarily tighten the nut.
Verify that the selector lever bolt end is exposed from the nut.
Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
Verify that the manual shaft is in the P position.
CAUTION:
- Bending the selector cable in the manner shown in the figure will damage the cable and it may become loose when shifted. When installing the selector cable, hold it straight.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Selector Cable (Selector Lever Component Side)
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Install the selector cable (transaxle side) to the selector cable bracket securely.

Fig 2: Installing Selector Cable (Transaxle Side)
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Install the clip as shown in the figure.

Fig 3: Installing Clip
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NOTE:
- Install the selector cable to the manual shaft lever with the clip side of the selector cable end facing the front of the vehicle.
Install the selector cable to the manual shaft lever in such a way that the selector cable does not bear a load.
Verify that the manual shaft lever end is exposed from the selector cable end.
Install the nut completely so that no load acts on the selector lever.
Tightening torque

10-15 N.m {1.1-1.5 kgf.m, 7.4-11.0 ft.lbf}

Fig 4: Installing Selector Cable To Manual Shaft Lever
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