Automatic Transmission

Shift Cable Repair Procedures

11steps
~66min
3/5difficulty
0102030405011.89N·mlb·ft
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Removal

  1. Remove the console. (Refer to Body - "Floor Console")
  2. Disconnect the shift cable (A) from the shift lever.
  3. Remove the shift cable assembly from the vehicle by loosening the nuts (B) and the clip (A).

    Tightening torque: 7.8 ~ 11.8 N·m

  4. Remove the nut (C) from the manual control lever.

    Tightening torque: 7.8 ~ 11.8 N·m

  5. Remove the cable (B) from the bracket (A) on the transaxle side.
  6. Remove the shift cable by pulling it inward.

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    When installing, set the shift lever and the manual control lever of the inhibitor switch to the "N" position.

Adjustment

T/M control cable adjustment procedure
  1. Set the cabin-side shift lever and the T/M-side manual control lever to the "N" position.
  2. Connect the cabin-side shift lever and the shift cable.
  3. Push the cable in the direction shown by "F" to eliminate the FREE PLAY.
  4. Tighten the adjusting nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 7.8 ~ 11.8 N·m

  5. After proper adjustment, check that this part operates reliably in each range on the T/M side.

Test yourself

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