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Selector Lever Cable Through 02.2009, Checking
Short Description
To check the selector lever cable for ease of movement, remove it from the transmission and position the removed end so it does not make contact anywhere.
The selector lever moves and the selector lever cable will be attached again.
After that, the selector lever cable must be adjusted. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE, ADJUSTING .
Do not grease the selector lever cable connection!
Perform the following procedure:
-- Move the selector lever into the "P" position.
-- Loosen the bolt -2- on the selector lever cable -1-.
-- Pry the cable -1- off the selector shaft lever -3- using a open end wrench -2-.
-- Press the catches -arrows- and remove the cable from the cable mounting bracket.
-- Move the selector lever from "P" to "S" and back to "P" several times.
- The selector lever must move easily.
-- Install the selector lever cable again.
-- Adjust the selector lever cable!
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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.