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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987HI-CUBE 6.2 J, 400/M40REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 48 (SERVICING - M/T)ADJUSTMENTSSHIFT LINKAGEALL WITH COLUMN SHIFTER
1987 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 6.2 J, 400/M40
All With Column Shifter
1987 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 6.2 J, 400/M40SECTION All With Column Shifter
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- Remove shift rods from transmission. Place First and Reverse gear selector lever on transmission in Reverse position. Move second and third transmission shift lever to forward detent, then back one.
- Place column shifter in Reverse position. Turn ignition switch to "LOCK" position. Turn ignition switch to "LOCK" position. Move column shifter to Neutral position and put a 1/4" gauge pin through holes in shift levers at base of steering column.
- Loosen slide swivel on First and Reverse rod and place in First and Reverse transmission shift lever. Hold tightly in place and tighten swivel adjusting bolt. Install Second and Third shift rod.
- Unlock steering wheel and remove gauge pin. Lubricate all rod and swivel connections.
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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.