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Shift Cable Replacement

  1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
  2. Shift the transmission into the R position.
  3. Remove the console panel and center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  4. Remove the nut securing the shift cable end (A), then separate the end from the shift lever assembly.
    Fig 1: Separating End From Shift Lever Assembly
    G03640474Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Rotate the socket holder (A) on the shift cable (B) counterclockwise a quarter turn, then slide the holder to remove the shift cable from the shift lever bracket base (C).
    Fig 2: Removing Shift Cable From Shift Lever Bracket Base
    G03640475Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the shift cable guide bracket (A) and grommet (B).
    Fig 3: Removing Shift Cable Guide Bracket And Grommet
    G03640476Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Get the audio and navigation anti-theft codes, and write down the audio presets and disconnect the battery negative terminal, then disconnect the battery positive terminal.
  8. Remove the intake air duct.
  9. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, then remove the battery and battery tray.
  10. Remove the four bolt securing the battery base in the engine compartment, then remove the battery base.
  11. Remove the nuts securing the shift cable bracket (A).
    Fig 4: Removing Nuts Securing Shift Cable Bracket
    G03640477Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Remove the spring clip/washer (B) from the control lever (C), and disconnect the shift cable end (D) from the control lever.
  13. Remove the shift cable, insert the new shift cable through the grommet hole, then install the shift cable guide bracket.
  14. Verify that the transmission is in the R position on the control lever.
  15. Connect the shift cable end to the control lever, and secure the cable end with the spring clip/washer.
  16. Secure the shift cable bracket with the nuts.
  17. Install the battery base, then install the intake air duct.
  18. Install the battery tray and battery, then secure the battery with its hold-down bracket. Connect the battery terminals.
  19. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
  20. Install the shift cable on the shift cable bracket base, refer to the shift cable adjustment (see SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT  ).
  21. Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
  22. Enter the audio and navigation anti-theft codes, then enter the presets, and set the clock.
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