Kia Cadenza VG Owner's Manual Quiz
Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Repair Procedures

In this manual: Automatic Transmission
General Information — 15Engine Mechanical System — 95Engine Electrical System — 54Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 115Automatic Transmission — 91Drive Shaft and Axle — 13Suspension System — 35Steering — 19Restraints — 46Brake System — 43Body (Interior and Exterior) — 51Body Electrical System — 245Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 56
9steps
~54min
2/5difficulty
0102030405013.710N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Removal

  1. Remove the center console assembly. (Refer to Body - "Floor Console")
  2. Remove the air duct (A).
  3. Disconnect the shift cable (A), then remove the cable (B) after pressing the shift cable socket (C) in the direction "F".
    Shift Cable Installation Method at the Lever
    • Securely install the cable connector part to the lever assembly after aligning the cable connector protrusions (A) upward.
    • Securely install the cable connector part to the lever assembly after aligning the protrusion (B) to prevent incorrect assembly upward.
  4. Shift lever assembly connector (A).
  5. Remove the shift lever assembly (A) by removing the bolts (4 pcs).

    Tightening torque: 8.8 - 13.7 N·m

Inspection

  1. Check the control cable for damage and operation.
  2. Check the boot for damage.
  3. Check the bushing for damage and corrosion.
  4. Check the spring for damage or looseness.

Installation

  1. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    Set the cabin side shift lever and the T/M side shift lever to the "N" position.

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