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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the cable to the vehicle.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Cable Grommet At Floor Panel
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  3. Install the cable grommet to the floor panel.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Range Selector Cable
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    IMPORTANT: Avoid unnecessary twisting/bending of the range selector cable when installing the cable to the support.
  5. Install the range selector cable to the support.
  6. Ensure that the transmission manual shaft lever is in the mechanical park position.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Cable, Steering Column Ball Stud & Steering Column Bracket
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  8. Install the cable to the steering column bracket.
  9. Ensure the tangs fully seat (snap) into the steering column bracket.
  10. Install the cable end to the steering column ball stud.
  11. Fig 4: View Of Steering Cable Retainer On Steering Column
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  12. Install the retainer securing the cable to the steering column.
  13. Position the carpet and insulation around the driver's area.
  14. Install the drivers seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  15. Install the instrument panel knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement (without RPO SLT) or Knee Bolster Replacement (with RPO SLT) .
  16. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  17. Fig 5: View Of Range Selector Cable End At Transmission Range Selector Lever Ball Stud
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  18. Align and install the cable to the bracket.
  19. Install the range selector cable end (2) to the transmission range selector lever ball stud (1).
  20. Install the cable clip on the transfer case, if equipped.
  21. Fig 6: View Of Retainer Securing Cable To Bracket
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  22. Install the retainer that secures the cable to the bracket.
  23. Fig 7: View Of Clips On Cable From Floor Panel Reinforcement
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  24. Install the clips on the cable to the floor panel reinforcement.
  25. Lower the vehicle.
  26. Test the transmission for proper shift operation.
  27. If all of the gear positions cannot be achieved, adjust the cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .