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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 620 (MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONGEARSHIFT LEVERINSTALLATION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Gearshift Lever: Installation
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the gearshift lever assembly in the vehicle.
- Install the 4 gearshift lever nuts.
- Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
- Connect the selector cable.
- Connect the shift cable.
- Tighten the nut to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Adjust the gearshift cables. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Install the 2 console screws to the shifter base, the 2 front console center bolts and then install the 2 rear side console bolts.
- Install the floor console finish panel.
- Install the gearshift knob.
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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.