Shift Cable: Service and Repair

WARNING:
- MAKE SURE LIFTS, JACKS AND SAFETY STANDS ARE PLACED PROPERLY, AND HOIST BRACKETS ARE ATTACHED TO THE CORRECT POSITION ON THE ENGINE.
- APPLY PARKING BRAKE AND BLOCK REAR WHEELS SO VEHICLE WILL NOT ROLL OFF STANDS AND FALL ON YOU WHILE WORKING UNDER IT.





CAUTION:
- All SRS wire harnesses are covered with yellow insulation. Before you disconnect any part of an SRS wire harness, disconnect the airbag connectors.
- Whenever the ignition switch is ON (II), or has been turned OFF for less than three minutes, be careful not to bump the SRS unit; the airbag(s) could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.

1. Remove the front console.





2. Shift to N position, then remove the lock pin from the cable adjuster.
3. Remove the bolts securing the bracket.





4. Remove the shift cable cover.
5. Remove the lock bolt securing the control lever, then remove the control lever with the shift cable.





6. Remove the exhaust pipe B and heat shield.





7. Remove the cable guide and grommet.





8. Remove the cotter pin and lock pin, then separate the control lever from the shift cable.

NOTE: Install the control lever on the shift cable in the direction shown when installing; do not install it in the opposite direction.

9. Install the shift cable in the reverse order of removal.
10. Check the cable adjustment after installing the shift cable.