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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP1986CHEROKEE BASE, 2D UTILITY, 2.8 W, RWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 26 (SERVICING - A/T)ADJUSTMENTSSHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENTCABLE LINKAGENOTES
1986 Jeep Cherokee Base, 2D Utility, 2.8 W, RWD, Automatic
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1986 Jeep Cherokee Base, 2D Utility, 2.8 W, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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- Place gearshift lever in Park and raise vehicle. Using a small screwdriver, unlock shift control cable by releasing "U" shaped cable adjuster clamp. Remove cable from mounting bracket.
- Move transmission shift lever rearward until fully seated in Park detent. Ensure that drive shaft cannot be rotated. Snap control cable into cable mounting bracket and replace "U" shaped cable adjuster clamp.
- Lower vehicle and verify engine starting. Engine should start only with shifter in Park or Neutral.
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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.