High Shift Effort
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High Shift Effort
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify that a high shift effort is required in order to shift out of the PARK position. Does the shifter operate normally? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect for worn or damaged shift linkage components. Are the shift linkage components worn or damaged? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect for a damaged linear shift assembly. Is the linear shift assembly damaged? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the shift cable for binding or misadjustment. Is the shift cable binding or misadjusted? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 3 |
| 6 | Replace the shift linkage. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 7 | Replace the linear shift assembly. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly Replacement - On Vehicle . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 8 | Adjust the shift cable. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |