Selector Cable Adjustment

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Remove the column cover.
Shift the selector lever to P position.
Loosen nut A shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Locating Selector Cable Adjusting Nut
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Pull the selector lever to the R position side gate of P position, and tighten nut A.
Tightening Torque

16-22 N.m {1.6-2.3 kgf.m, 12-16 ft.lbf}
Verify that the selector lever bolt end is exposed from the nut.

Fig 2: Verify Selector Lever Bolt End Exposed
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Install the column cover.