2021 Hyundai Tucson Value, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Install the shift cable retainer (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb-ft)

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    NOTE:
    • Install the cable after placing the shift lever and the manual control lever in the N position.
  2. Install the shift cable (A) in the shifter lever.
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  3. Install the snap pin (A).
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  4. Install the shift cable (B) in the cable bracket (C).
  5. Align the hole (E) in the manual control lever with the "N" position hole (F) of the inhibitor switch and then insert the inhibitor switch guide pin (SST No: 09480-A3800).
  6. Lightly tighten the nut (A) after connected the shift cable (B) in the manual control lever (D).
  7. Push shift cable (B) lightly to "F" direction shown to eliminate free play of shift cable.
  8. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb-ft)

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  9. Remove the inhibitor switch guide pin (SST No.: 09480-A3800) from the hole.
  10. Install the airbag module.

    (Refer to Restraint - "AIRBAG MODULE ")

  11. Install the air duct (A).
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  12. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  13. Install the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  14. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  15. Install the air duct.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  16. Check that operating surely at each range of the inhibitor switch corresponding to each position of shift lever.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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