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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994BRONCO FULL SIZE V8-302 5.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT LINKAGEADJUSTMENTSWITH C6
1994 Ford Bronco Full Size V8-302 5.0L
With C6
1994 Ford Bronco Full Size V8-302 5.0LSECTION With C6
ADJUST
1. With ignition switch in OFF position and parking brake applied, place transmission selector lever into Drive position and hold against the stop by installing an 8 lb weight onto the selector lever knob.

2. Loosen shift rod adjusting nut.
3. Place transmission manual lever into Drive position by moving lever completely rearward, then forward two detents.
4. With selector and manual levers in Drive position, torque shift rod adjusting nut to 12-18 ft lbs.
CAUTION: Do not over torque shift rod adjusting nut.
5. Remove weight from the steering column selector lever knob.
6. Operate shift lever in all gear positions to ensure manual lever is in full detent. Adjust lever, if necessary.
7. Ensure correct operation of the automatic selector indicator (P-R-N-D-2-1).
NOTE: Do not adjust linkage in any position other than the Drive position.
1. With ignition switch in OFF position and parking brake applied, place transmission selector lever into Drive position and hold against the stop by installing an 8 lb weight onto the selector lever knob.
Manual Linkage Adjustment:
2. Loosen shift rod adjusting nut.
3. Place transmission manual lever into Drive position by moving lever completely rearward, then forward two detents.
4. With selector and manual levers in Drive position, torque shift rod adjusting nut to 12-18 ft lbs.
CAUTION: Do not over torque shift rod adjusting nut.
5. Remove weight from the steering column selector lever knob.
6. Operate shift lever in all gear positions to ensure manual lever is in full detent. Adjust lever, if necessary.
7. Ensure correct operation of the automatic selector indicator (P-R-N-D-2-1).
NOTE: Do not adjust linkage in any position other than the Drive position.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.