Adjustments - Gearshift Cable

Check adjustment by starting the engine in PARK and NEUTRAL. Adjustment is CORRECT if the engine starts only in these positions. Adjustment is INCORRECT if the engine starts in one but not both positions. If the engine starts in any position other than PARK or NEUTRAL, or if the engine will not start at all, the park/neutral position contact may be faulty.

Fig 1: Gearshift and Park Lock Cable at Shifter Assembly

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1. Shift transmission into PARK.
2. Remove floor console as necessary for access to the shift cable adjustment. (Refer to BODY/INTERIOR/FLOOR CONSOLE - REMOVAL)
3. Loosen the shift cable adjustment nut (2). See Fig 1.
4. Raise vehicle.
5. Unsnap cable eyelet from transmission shift lever.
6. Verify transmission shift lever is in PARK detent by moving lever fully rearward. Last rearward detent is PARK position.
7. Verify positive engagement of transmission park lock by attempting to rotate propeller shaft. Shaft will not rotate when park lock is engaged.
8. Snap cable eyelet onto transmission shift lever.
   Fig 2: Gearshift and Park Lock Cable at Shifter Assembly

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   1 - SHIFTER ASSEMBLY

   2 - ADJUSTMENT NUT

   3 - SHIFT CABLE

   4 - SHIFT CABLE ATTACHMENT

   5 -PARK LOCK CABLE

9. Lower vehicle
10. Tighten the shift cable adjustment nut (2) to 30 N.m (265 in.lbs.). See Fig 2.
11. Verify correct operation.
12. Install any floor console components removed for access. (Refer to BODY/INTERIOR/FLOOR CONSOLE - INSTALLATION)