Removing And Installing/Replacing Position Switch (A5S 325Z)

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Move selector lever into "P" setting. Unlock cable plug (1) and disconnect. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Locating Cable Plug

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Release screw. Remove cable plug (1) with retaining bracket. See Fig 2 .

Fig 2: Removing Cable Plug

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Grip clamping sleeve (1). See Fig 3 . Loosen nut (2). Installation: adjust selector lever. See GEARSHIFT SELECTOR LEVER CABLE .

Fig 3: Locating Shift Lever Nut

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Grip cable at hexagon head (1). Unscrew nut (2). See Fig 4 . Remove cable from bracket. Upon installation, tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 4: Removing Cable From Bracket

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Unscrew nut (1). See Fig 5 . Remove gearshift lever (2). Upon installation, tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 5: Removing Gearshift Lever

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Unfasten screws. Detach position switch from manual shift valve shaft. See Fig 6 . Upon installation, pay attention to locating pin and cable routing.

Fig 6: Detaching Position Switch

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To install, reverse removal procedure.