Selector Lever - MKZ: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the selector lever cable in the selector lever and position the selector lever on the studs.

Fig 1: Locating Selector Lever Cable Tab
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Install the 4 selector lever nuts.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
Fig 2: Locating Selector Lever Nuts
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Connect the selector lever electrical connector.

Fig 3: Locating Selector Lever Electrical Connector
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Connect the selector lever cable end on the selector lever ball stud.

Fig 4: Locating Selector Lever Cable End
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NOTE: LH shown in the illustration, RH similar.

Fig 5: Locating LH Center Console-To-Selector Lever Screws

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Install the LH and RH center console-to-selector lever screws.

NOTE: LH shown in the illustration, RH similar.

Fig 6: Locating LH Center Console Trim Covers

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Install the LH and RH center console trim covers.
Install the PRNDL electrical connector on the RH side of the center console.

Fig 7: Locating Center Console PRNDL Electrical Connector
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Install the selector lever bezel. For additional information, refer to SELECTOR LEVER BEZEL - MKZ in this service information.
Check the selector lever cable adjustment. Make sure that the vehicle starts in PARK and NEUTRAL and the reverse lamps illuminate in REVERSE. If an adjustment is necessary, refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT - AISIN AW21 in this service information.