Shift Control Cable
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Loosen swivel nut on transmission shift lever linkage under vehicle. Rotate shift lever on transmission fully to rear. Return lever 2 notches to the Neutral position. Place gearshift lever in the Neutral position. With gearshift lever in the Neutral position, lightly hold lever toward the Reverse position, and tighten swivel nut on transmission shift lever. See Fig 1.