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Shift the selector lever and manual shaft to P position.
CAUTION:
- Bending the selector cable as shown in the figure will damage the cable and cause it to become loose during shifting. When handling and installing the selector cable, hold it straight.
  
  Fig 1: Bending Selector Cable
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Install the selector cable to the manual shaft lever so that the spring side of the selector cable end faces upward.
Install the selector cable to the bracket securely.
Install the selector cable to the steering shaft bracket securely.
Install the selector cable to the selector lever bolt.

Fig 2: Installing Selector Cable To Manual Shaft Lever
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Install nut A onto the selector lever bolt temporarily.
Pull the selector lever to the R position side gate of P position, and tighten nut A.
Tightening torque

16-22 N.m {1.6-2.3 kgf.m, 12-16 ft.lbf}

Fig 3: Identifying Selector Lever Nut
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Verify that the selector lever bolt end is exposed from the nut.

Fig 4: Verify Selector Lever Bolt End Exposure
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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.

Safety Warning

Selector Cable Installation Note