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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Check that the shift lever is placed in the "N" position.
  2. Install the shift cable retainer (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

    Fig 1: Installing Shift Cable Retainer
    G12148316Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Insert the snap pin (A) after installing the shift cable.
    Fig 2: Inserting Snap Pin
    G12148317Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent wrong assembly.
      Fig 3: Installing Shift Cable
      G12148318Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    • Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
    Fig 4: Installing Snap Pin With Hook Facing Upward
    G12148319Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  5. Install the knob (A) by pressing it in the direction of arrow after installing the boots to the console upper cover.
    Fig 5: Installing Knob
    G12148320Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the shift cable (B) to bracket and then lightly tighten the nut (A).
    Fig 6: Installing Shift Cable To Bracket
    G12148321Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: The existing shift cable clip must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)
  7. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable (B) in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

    Fig 7: Pushing Shift Cable
    G12148322Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  9. Install the air cleaner assembly and air duct.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")