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.
2002 Toyota PriusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Adjust Shift Lever Operation
- Remove the steering column lower cover, see step 4 of REMOVAL , and INSTRUMENT LOWER FINISH PANEL RH.
- Shift into the P position.
- Loosen the control cable adjusting nut.
- Release the parking brake and push the vehicle back and forth to check that it does not move.
After the check, depress the brake pedal.
- While pushing the shift lever toward P range side, lightly pull the rod of the control cable once and release it.
- While pushing the shift lever toward P range side, tighten the adjusting part of the control cable.
- Install the steering column lower cover, see step 14 of INSTALLATION , and INSTRUMENT LOWER FINISH PANEL RH.
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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.