Gearshift Cable

Normal operation of the Park/Neutral Position Switch provides a quick check to confirm proper linkage adjustment. The engine starter should only operate when the transaxle shift lever is in the PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) positions. If the engine starts in any other gear position, or the vehicle rolls when the shifter is in gated PARK (P), a gearshift cable adjustment is necessary.

1. Loosen set screw and remove knob from shifter handle.
2. Remove the center console assembly. See Fig 1.
3. Adjust gearshift cable as follows:
   • Place gearshift lever in the PARK (P) position.
   • Loosen shift cable adjustment screw. See Fig 2.
   • Move transaxle manual lever to the PARK. Verify transaxle is in PARK by attempting to roll vehicle in either direction.
   • Tighten shift cable adjustment screw to 70 INCH Lbs. (8 N.m).
4. Verify proper cable adjustment. Engine should start with the shifter lever in PARK (P) and NEUTRAL (N) positions ONLY.
5. Install center console assembly. See Fig 1.
6. Install gearshift knob and tighten set screw to 15 INCH Lbs. (2 N.m).

Fig 1: Removing Center Console

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Fig 2: Identifying Gearshift Cable Adjustment Screw

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