Adjusting shift rod - AR27.60-P-0980EW

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TRANSMISSION 722.6 in MODEL 212

Fig 1: Shift Rod Adjustment Components

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	Adjust
	Risk of death caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
1	Move selector lever to position "D".	Have a helper hold selector lever in position "D" throughout the entire adjustment work.
2	Remove rear section on bottom of soundproofing		AR94.30-P-5300EW
3	Loosen bolt (99)
4	Position range selector lever (33) in position (D)
5	Tighten bolt (99)	The vehicle must be horizontal, otherwise correct adjustment is not guaranteed and shift problems may occur. Press against rod head (98) to tighten. Do not twist shift rod (63) or rod head (98).
5	Tighten bolt (99)		*BA27.60-P-1001-04A
6	Perform a function test

SHIFT ROD

Number	Designation			Transmission 722.6
BA27.60-P-1001-04A	Bolt in rod head	M8X10	Nm	12