Other Concerns: Shift Lever Efforts High

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DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE

Possible Component	Reference/Action
251 - ROUTINE
Shift Linkage
Damaged or out of adjustment	Inspect and repair as required. Verify linkage adjustment. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
Manual Lever
TR manual valve assembly - damaged	Inspect and repair as required.
External Manual Lever - damaged or bent	Inspect and repair or install new as required.
Park Mechanism - bent, damaged	Inspect. If damage is indicated, install a new transaxle.
Mechatronic Assembly
Bolts out of torque specification	Check bolt specification.