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.
MT Gear Shift Cable: Installation
- Do not bend MT gear shift cable at a sharp angle.
- When replacing the new MT gear shift cable, secure it to shift bracket with the clamps, be careful not to mistake the installing direction.
- Install the shift bracket together with the MT gear shift cable.CAUTION:
- Do not twist the cable inner excessively.
- Do not apply extra overload while holding the part (a).
Tightening torque:
18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
- Install the snap pin and washer.
- Install the dust cover.
Tightening torque:
15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)
- Insert the MT gear shift cable into cable cover assembly, and install the clamp.
- Connect the MT gear shift cable.CAUTION: Do not apply extra overload while holding the part (a).
- Attach the cable cover plate.
Tightening torque:
7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
- Insert the MT gear shift cable into cable clamp, and install to the transmission.
Tightening torque:
18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
- Install the center exhaust cover.
Tightening torque:
18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
- Install the center exhaust pipe (rear). Refer to EXHAUST (EXCEPT FOR STI)>CENTER EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the battery ground terminal. Refer to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
- Make sure the gears can be shifted accurately into each gear.
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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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