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.
Transmission Control Cable Assembly: Installation
- INSTALL NO. 2 SHIFT CABLE GROMMET RETAINER
- Pass the control cable from the cabin to the engine compartment.
- Install the No. 2 shift cable grommet retainer with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf)
- INSTALL TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY
- Move the shift lever to the N position.
- Install the transmission control cable assembly as shown in the illustration.
HINT:
- Install the floor shift cable with the uneven surface facing up.
- Securely engage the claws of the floor shift cable.
- Connect the control cable to the bracket with a new clip.
- Install the control cable to the control shaft lever with the nut.
Torque: 13 N*m (130 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf)
- Push in the lock piece of the transmission control cable.NOTE: Firmly push in the lock piece until the slider lock is engaged.
HINT:
After pushing in the lock piece, make sure that the boot is not deformed.
- INSTALL CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET
(Refer to appropriate step under INSTALLATION ).
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER CASE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(Refer to appropriate step under INSTALLATION ).
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER INLET ASSEMBLY
(Refer to appropriate step under INSTALLATION ).
- INSTALL AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
HINT:
(See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH
- INSTALL COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL
(Refer to appropriate step under INSTALLATION ).
- INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION (See ADJUSTMENT )
- ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION (See ADJUSTMENT )
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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.
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