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Selector Lever Knob: Installation

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  1. Lightly lubricate the shifter straw with multi-purpose grease, and install it into the shifter bore by pushing straight down.
    2. Fig 1: Shifter Straw
    GF0025280Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Feed the overdrive cancel switch electrical connector wire harness into the opening in the bezel and install the knob.
  3. Install the set screw.
    4. Fig 2: Locating Shift Knob Set Screw
    G03901624Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the top finish panel.
    5. Fig 3: Locating Top Finish Panel
    G03901614Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the upper shift lever trim ring.
    • To install the upper shift lever trim ring, orient the thick tab on the driver side front of the shifter and press into place.
    6. Fig 4: Identifying Upper Shift Lever Trim Ring
    G03901603Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Move the shifter through all gears from PARK to DRIVE several times, making sure that the shift knob set screw is not too tight.
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