Locking cable, adjusting

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NOTE: Locking cable must only be adjusted in its installation position.

Shift selector lever into "1" position.
Turn ignition key to right ("START" position) and release.
Adjust clearance -a- between lever -1- and locking pin -2- by sliding locking cable casing.

Fig 1: Adjusting Clearance Between Lever And Locking Pin
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- Dimension -a- 0.7 mm (0.028 in.)
Tighten locking cable anchorage screw in this position.
- Tightening torque: 6 N.m (53 in lb).
Shift selector lever into "P" position and turn ignition key to end ("OFF") position.
Remove ignition key.
- It must only be possible to remove ignition key with selector lever in "P" position.
- It must not be possible for selector lever to be shifted out of "P" position.