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Repair Procedures: Installation

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  1. Check that the shift lever is placed in the "N" position.
  2. Install the shift cable retainer (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

    Fig 1: Installing Shift Cable Retainer
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  3. Insert the snap pin (A) after installing the shift cable.
    Fig 2: Inserting Snap Pin
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    NOTE:
    • Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent wrong assembly.
      Fig 3: Installing Shift Cable
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    • Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
    Fig 4: Installing Snap Pin With Hook Facing Upward
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  4. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  5. Install the knob & boots (A) by pressing the direction of arrow after installing the boots to the console upper cover.
    Fig 5: Installing Knob & Boots
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  6. Install the shift cable (A) to bracket and then lightly tighten the nut (B).
    Fig 6: Installing Shift Cable To Bracket
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    NOTE: The existing shift cable clip (A) must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)
    Fig 7: Locating Shift Cable Clip
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  7. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

    Fig 8: Pushing Shift Cable
    G11823769Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  9. Install the air cleaner assembly and air duct.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")