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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA20043.5RLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL3.5L V6 ENGINEADJUSTMENTSSHIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT (A/T)
2004 Acura 3.5RL
Shift Link Adjustment (A/T)
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Shift Link Adjustment (A/T)
- Apply parking brakes and block drive wheels. Place transmission in Neutral. Remove center console. Remove lock pin from link adjuster. Insert a 0.16" (4.0 mm) pin into shift lever bracket through the "N" position cutout on shift lever position hole.
- From under vehicle, verify control lever is in Neutral position on transmission. Turn ignition on. Verify "N" indicator light on instrument panel comes on.
- Ensure hole in link adjuster is perfectly aligned with hole in link rod. There are 2 holes positioned 90 degrees apart on link rod to allow link adjustments in 1/4-turn increments. To align, loosen lock nut on link adjuster and adjust as required. Ensure lock pin is seated securely in adjuster. Replace lock pin if it does not snap securely over link adjuster.
- Move shift lever to each gear, and verify gear position indicator follows gear position switch. Start engine and check shift lever in all gears. Install center console cover. Insert ignition key into key cylinder on gear position indicator panel and verify shift lock lever is released.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.