Safety Warning
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 DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 9 (SERVICING - A/T)ADJUSTMENTSSHIFT CONTROL CABLEMDX & 3.2CL
2004 Acura 3.5RL
MDX & 3.2CL
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION MDX & 3.2CL
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- Shift transmission into Reverse. Remove center console. Remove lock nut securing cable to selector, then remove cable from selector. Rotate cable socket counterclockwise 1/4 turn, then remove shift cable from bracket base. See Fig 1 .
- Push shift cable in until it stops, then pull back one detent positioning cable to "R" position. Turn ignition on and verify "R" indicator light on instrument cluster is illuminated. Turn ignition off.
- Insert a .24" (6.0 mm) pin into shift lever bracket base through positioning hole on shift lever assembly. See Figure . Position shift cable into shift cable bracket by rotating cable socket counterclockwise 1/4 turn. Insert shift cable socket onto shift lever mounting stud. Install shift cable lock nut, then tighten lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Remove pin from shift lever. Start engine and check shift lever operation of all gears.
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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.