Control Cables (Shift Lever Side) Installation Note

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Verify that the shift lever is in the neutral position.
Connect the control cables to the shift lever.

Fig 1: Control Cable And Shift Lever
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Connect the control cable end (shift side) to the shift lever as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Control Cable End (Shift Side) And Bolts With Torque Specifications
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NOTE:
- Because the vehicle may have been moved during the servicing, verify that the shift lever is in neutral again.
Verify that the shift lever and the manual transaxle are in the neutral position.
Shift the shift lever to fourth gear.
Press in the lock piece in the direction shown in the figure. (1 in Fig.)

Fig 3: Pressing Lock Piece
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Press Up the safety lock in the direction shown in the figure. (2 in Fig.)