Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Repair Procedures: Installation
- Install the retainer (A) and then tighten the nut (B-2 ea).
Tightening torque:Β
11.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.2 - 1.5 kgf.m, 8.7 - 10.8 lb-ft)
- Install the shift cable (B) and then fix the snap pin (A).CAUTION:
- Install the shift cable (B) in the cable bracket (C).
- Align the hole (E) in the manual control lever with the "N" position hole (G) of the inhibitor switch and then insert the inhibitor switch guide pin (SST No: 09480-A3800).
- Lightly tighten the nut (A) after connected the shift cable (B) in the manual control lever (D).
- Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:Β
9.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.1 lb-ft)
- Remove the inhibitor switch guide pin (SST No.: 09480-A3800) from the hole.
- Install the heater unit & blower unit
(Refer to BLOWER UNIT and HEATER UNIT Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - "Heater & Blower")
- Install the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")
- Install the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ")
- Install the battery and tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
- Install the air cleaner assembly and air duct.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
CAUTION:- Check that operating surely at each range of the inhibitor switch corresponding to each position of shift lever.
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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.
