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.
Selector Lever Cable, Checking: Checking
-- Move the selector lever into the "P" position.
-- Remove the air filter housing, refer to one of the following:
with a gas engine, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
with a diesel engine, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
-- Remove the selector lever cable from the transmission.
-- Move the selector lever from "P" to "S" and back to "P" several times.
- The selector lever must move easily.
-- Adjust the selector lever cable, refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE, ADJUSTING .
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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.