Apply parking brake. Remove screw cover plugs over screws just behind cup holders on center console. Remove screws holding center console to floor bracket.
Open lid on center console, if equipped. If vehicle is equipped with a non-arm rest center console, remove screw cover plugs near rear of center console.
Remove remaining screws and center console. Place gear selector in Park. Loosen shift cable adjustment screw. See Fig 1 .
Ensure gear selector and manual control lever on transaxle is in Park. Manual control lever is lever on transaxle on which gearshift cable is installed. Verify transaxle is in Park by attempting to roll vehicle in either direction.
Tighten shift cable adjustment screw to 70 INCH Lbs. (8 N.m). Ensure engine starts only with gear selector in Park or Neutral. If engine starts with gear selector in any other gear range except Park and Neutral, or binding exists, readjust gearshift cable. Reinstall center console.

Fig 1: Locating Gearshift Cable Adjustment Screw (Neon)

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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.

Safety Warning

Gearshift Cable: Neon