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
- Check that the shift lever is placed in the N range.
- Install the position switch (A).NOTE: Lightly tighten the mounting bolts so that necessary adjustments can be made.
- Install the manual control lever (A).NOTE: Lightly tighten the mounting nut so that necessary adjustments can be made.
- Align the hole in the manual control lever with the N position hole of the position switch and then insert the SST (09480 - A3800).
- Tighten the manual control lever nut (A) with the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
17.7 - 24.5 N.m (1.8 - 2.5 kgf.m, 13.0 - 18.1 lb.ft)
- Tighten the position switch bolts (A) with the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
- 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 - 13.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.1 lb.ft)
- Remove the SST (09480 - A3800).
- Connect the position switch connector (A).
- Install the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
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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.