Shift Cable (Floor Shift): Installation

Ensure the transmission is in the mechanical Neutral position. Adjust the shift cable. See SHIFT CABLE under ADJUSTMENTS. Following the shift cable adjustment procedure, install the shift cable end of the shift cable to the gearshift lever stud ball.
Install the retainer to the shift cable and transmission bracket. Feed the shift cable through the floor panel. See Fig 2. Lower the vehicle.
Install the tape and grommet on the shift cable to the floor panel. Install the retainer securing the shift cable to the shift controller. See Fig 1.
Install the console. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in appropriate SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. Install the front mat and carpet.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Cable At Floor Shift Assembly

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Fig 2: Shift Cable Routing Under Carpet

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Fig 3: Identifying Shift Cable Location & Routing

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