2022 Kia Carnival EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Shift Cable: Installation

  1. Insert "N" range fixing pin (A) of shift lever after checking shift lever and the manual control lever are in the "N" range before installation.
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  2. 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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  3. Install the shift cable (A) at shift lever.
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    NOTE:
    • Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent incorrect assembly.
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  4. Insert the snap pin (A).
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    NOTE:
    • Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
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  5. Check that the shift lever and manual control lever are placed in the "N" position.
  6. Install the shift cable (A) to bracket and then lightly tighten the nut (B).
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    NOTE: The existing shift cable clip (A) must be replaced with new one (do not reuse).
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  7. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening torque: 

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

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  8. Remove the "N" range fixing pin (A).
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  9. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")

  10. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  11. Install the air cleaner assembly and air duct.

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

  12. Operate the shift lever to check whether each position (P, R, N, D) works.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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