Gearshift Cables: Installation

NOTE: When inserting the gearshift cables through the bulkhead, use care and do not damage the heat shielding.

NOTE: When inserting the gearshift cables through the bulkhead, make sure the arrow on the grommet is pointing upward.

Pull the gearshift cables through the bulkhead into the exterior.
Install the 2 gearshift cable grommet nuts and attach the gearshift cables to the floor.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Gearshift Cable Grommet Nuts
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Install the wiring harness onto the studs.

NOTE: Make sure the gearshift cables are fully seated into the gearshift lever base or damage may occur.

Fig 2: Locating Gearshift Cables And Gearshift Lever Base

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Connect the gearshift cables to the gearshift lever base.
Connect the select cable and the shift cable to the gearshift lever.

Fig 3: Locating Shift Cable And Select Cable
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Position the insulation blanket into place.
Install the RCM. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .

NOTE: Make sure the gearshift cables are fully seated into the transaxle bracket or damage may occur.

NOTE: The gearshift cable ends and transaxle bracket slots are unique. They can only be fully seated in the correct slot.

NOTE: The top cable will have id tape.

Fig 4: Locating Gearshift Cables And Transaxle Bracket

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Connect the gearshift cables to the transaxle bracket.
Connect the gearshift cables to the transaxle shift control lever.

Fig 5: View Of Gearshift Cables And Transaxle Shift Control Lever
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Adjust the gearshift cables. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION .
Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Install the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL .