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Gearshift Cable

  1. Shift gear selector lever to Reverse. Disconnect gearshift cable at transmission rod arm. Move transmission rod arm forward to "P" position. See Fig 1 .
    NOTE: DO NOT move transmission cable to adjust selector lever position. Transmission cable position must not be altered.
  2. Ensure vehicle is in Park by attempting to roll vehicle. Move transmission rod arm to "R" (next position). Apply a small amount of grease to rod arm pin. Carefully reinstall cable on transmission rod arm. Ensure gear selector does not move during installation.
  3. Move gear selector lever to Neutral. Push lever forward, but DO NOT touch lock button. Play should be felt. Move gear selector lever to Drive. Push selector lever backward, but DO NOT touch lock button. Play should be felt.
Fig 1: Adjusting Rod Arm
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