2023 Kia Telluride SX X-LineFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Shift Cable: Installation: Installation

  1. Before installation, insert "N range fixing pin" (A) of shift lever after checking the shift lever and manual control lever are on "N" range.
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  2. Install the shift cable retainer (A) by tightening nuts (B).

    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 cable socket (A).
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  4. Install the shift cable to the lever pin and then insert the snap pin (A).
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    NOTE:
    • Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent incorrect assembly.
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    • Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
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  5. Install the shift cable (A) to the bracket (B).
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    NOTE: The existing shift cable clip must be replaced with new one (do not reuse).
  6. Align the hole in the manual control lever with the N position hole of the position switch and then insert the SST (0K948 - E4000).
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  7. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play after 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 SST (0K948 - E4000).
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  9. Make sure to get rid of "N range fixing pin" (A) after installing the shift lever assembly.
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  10. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")

  11. Install the battery tray.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  12. Install the air cleaner assembly.

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

  13. Install the battery.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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