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Manual Transaxle Shift Control System: Installation

  1. Install the cable assembly (A) placing the select and shift lever in neutral position. (Refer to TRANSAXLE INSTALLATION )
    Fig 1: Identifying Shift Cable Assembly
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  2. Install the retainer (A) and nuts (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Retainer And Nuts
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  3. Install the shift lever assembly (A).

    TORQUE: 9-14 N.m (90-140 kgf.cm, 6-9.5 lb.ft)

    Fig 3: Identifying Shift Lever Assembly
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  4. Install the clip (A) connecting the shift cable and the shift lever.
    Fig 4: Identifying Clip From Shift Cable Assembly
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  5. Move the slide clip (B) of guide member (A) in the direction as shown in the illustration.
    NOTE: Adjust the slide clip fit into the select lever moving the slide clip in the direction (C).
    Fig 5: Moving Slide Clip
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  6. Install the guide member (A) of the select cable (B).
    Fig 6: Identifying Guide Member Of Select Cable
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  7. Adjust the slide clip (B) to fit it into the select lever pin (A) and install the snap pin (C).
    NOTE: Insert the slide clip in the direction as shown in the illustration.
    * When Inserting the slide clip, Transmission TGS Lever must be in neutral position.
    Fig 7: Identifying Slide Clip Into Select Lever Pin
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  8. Install the center console (A).
    Fig 8: Identifying Center Console
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  9. Install the shift boot (A).
    Fig 9: Identifying Shift Boot
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