Selector Lever Indicator Adjustment: Adjustment

Check that the selector lever position indicator agrees with the transaxle operation.
- Parking lock in selector lever position "P", reverse gear in selector lever position "R" and forward gear in selector lever position "D".
  
  Fig 1: Checking Selector Lever Position Indicator Agrees With Transaxle Operation
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
If the selector lever position indicator does not agree with the transaxle operation in all settings:
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the heat shield.
Move the selector lever to position "D".
1. Prevent the selector cable from turning.
2. Disconnect the selector cable adjusting cap.
3. There is no need to hold it after engaging a gear as there is an integral detent mechanism.
  Move the selector lever to position "D".
Adjust the selector lever scale position.
- Loosen the selector lever nuts.

NOTE: The selector lever has its own detent mechanism. Holding the selector lever is not necessary.

Slide the whole selector assembly forwards or backwards until the reading on the scale and the position of the selector lever indicator correspond.
- Tighten the nuts.
  
  Fig 3: Torque Specifications Table
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The selector lever has its own detent mechanism. It is not necessary to hold it after engaging a gear.

Fig 4: Moving Automatic Transaxle Selector Lever To Position " D "

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.