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Gearshift Cable: Installation

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  1. Route the transmission end of the gearshift cable through the opening in the dash panel ( Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Installing Gearshift Cable At Dash Panel
    G03489231Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  2. Seat the cable grommet into the dash panel opening.
  3. Snap the cable into the steering column bracket so the retaining ears ( Fig 2) are engaged and snap the cable eyelet onto the shift lever ball stud.
    Fig 2: Installing Gearshift Cable At Steering Column
    G03489232Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  4. Raise the vehicle.
  5. Place the transmission manual shift lever in the "PARK" detent (rearmost) position and rotate prop shaft to ensure transmission is in PARK.
  6. Route the gearshift cable through the transmission mounting bracket and secure the cable by snapping the cable retaining ears into the transmission bracket and snapping the cable eyelet on the manual shift lever ball stud.
  7. Lower vehicle.
  8. Lock the shift cable adjustment by pressing the cable adjuster lock tab downward until it snaps into place.
  9. Check for proper operation of the transmission range sensor.
  10. Adjust the gearshift cable (Refer to GEARSHIFT CABLE - ADJUSTMENTS ) as necessary.
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