Shift Lever Assembly: Adjustment

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ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
1. Remove the nut and disconnect the shifting rod.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Shift Rod Nut
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2. Turn the control shaft lever of the park/neutral position switch counterclockwise until it stops, and turn it clockwise 2 notches to set it to the N position.
3. Move the shift lever to the N position and tighten the nut while lightly pushing the lever toward the R position.
  NOTE: Do not push the shift lever too hard.
4. After adjustment, check that the shift lever moves smoothly and the shift lever and gear operate correctly.
Fig 2: Identifying Shift Lever To N Position
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