Shift Lever Assembly: Adjustment

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ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
1. Remove the nut and disconnect the shifting rod from the connecting rod swivel.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Shifting Rod From Connecting Rod Swivel
  Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
2. Turn the control shaft lever of the park/neutral position switch counterclockwise until it stops, and turn it clockwise 2 notches to set it to the N position.
  
  Fig 2: Turning Control Shaft Lever
  Courtesy of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
3. Move the shift lever to the N position and tighten the nut while lightly pushing the lever toward the R position.
  NOTE: Do not push the shift lever too hard.
4. After adjustment, check that the shift lever moves smoothly and the shift lever and gear operate correctly.