2003 Hyundai Tiburon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Procedure For Adjusting Shift Lock & Key Lock Cable

  1. Check that each lock cam is as shown in the figure.
  2. Install the shift lock and key lock cable in position. In this case, the shift lock cable must be fixed to the brake pedal and the key lock cable must be fixed to the key cylinder.
  3. Temporarily install each cable to the A/T lever assembly as shown in the figure. Securely insert the cable end into the fixing pin of each cam.
    Fig 1: Inserting Shift Cable & Key Lock Cable
    G00969013Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. Slightly pull the shift lock cable in the direction "E".
  5. After checking that the portion of the cable end touches the cable fixing pin, fix with the self-tapping bolt.
  6. Slightly push the key lock cam to direction "Q".
  7. Slightly pull the key lock cable in the direction "G" to stretch the cable. Then fix the cable with the self-tapping bolt.
  8. Check that the key lock and the shift lock cable are secure.
    Fig 2: View Of Shift Cable & Key Lock Cable Installed
    G00969014Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
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