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Shift Cable: Installation

  1. Insert "N range fixing pin" (A) of shift lever after checking the shift lever and manual control lever are on "N" range.
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  2. Install the shift cable retainer (A) by tightening nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    11.7 - 14.7 N.m (1.2 - 1.5 kgf.m, 8.6 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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  3. Insert the snap pin (A) after installing the shift cable.
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    NOTE: Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent incorrect assembly.
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    Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
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  4. Install the shift cable (B) to bracket and then lightly tighten the nut (A).
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    NOTE: The existing shift cable clip (A) must be replaced with new one (do not reuse).
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  5. Tighten the nut (A) with the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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  6. Make sure to get rid of "N range fixing pin" (A).
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  7. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body - " FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY  ") 

  8. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - " BATTERY REMOVAL And INSTALLATION  ") 

  9. Install the air cleaner.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - " AIR CLEANER REPAIR PROCEDURES  ") 

  10. Operate the shift lever to check whether each position (P, R, N, D) works.