Shift Cable (Fwd): Saturn

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Place gear selector in "P" position. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect cable assembly at transaxle control lever. Ensure transaxle control lever is turned fully clockwise, in Park.
Using a small screwdriver, pry up cable adjuster lock tab. See Fig 1 . Reconnect cable assembly to transaxle control lever. Ensure cable housing moves freely inside adjuster housing. Move cable housing back and forth, and note amount of end play.
Adjust cable by moving cable housing 1/2 the amount of total end play. Press lock tab down and ensure cable housing is secure. Check park lock cable adjustment. See PARK LOCK CABLE (FLOOR SHIFT) .

Fig 1: Locating Gearshift Cable Lock Tab (Saturn)

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