24 10 018 Adjusting selector lever (AISIN)

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IMPORTANT: An incorrectly adjusted gearshift mechanism can result in tooth meshing noises be transmitted into the passenger compartment.

Necessary preliminary work

Insert the end of the gear selector cable into the locating sleeve (1) of selector lever.

Insert gear selector cable in holder.

Secure gear selector cable with clip to retaining bracket (2).

Move selector lever to "P" position (in anticlockwise direction).

Fig 1: Identifying Locating Sleeve Of Selector Lever And Retaining Bracket

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Grip nut (1) and tighten down nut (2).

NOTE: Press against end of gear selector cable shortly before tightening down screw. Tightening torque 24 11 8AZ .

NOTE: Graphic similar.

Fig 2: Pressing End Of Gear Selector Cable

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