Spring Installation Note

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Spring Installation Note
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    NOTE:
    • Install the selector lever to the manual shaft lever with spring side of the selector cable end facing the upward of the vehicle.
  1. Install the selector lever to the manual shaft lever in such a way that the selector cable does not bear a load.
  2. Confirm that the end of the manual shaft lever sticks out of the end of the selector cable.
    Fig 1: Installing Selector Lever To Manual Shaft Lever
    G01052861Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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