Gearshift Cable: Adjustments: Adjustment

Loosen set screw and remove knob from shifter handle. (Fig 1).

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Gearshift Knob
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Remove the center console assembly as shown in (Fig 2).

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Center Console
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Adjust gearshift cable as follows:
1. Place gearshift lever in the PARK (P) position.
2. Loosen shift cable adjustment screw. (Fig 3).
  
  Fig 3: Loosening Gearshift Cable Adjustment Screw
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3. Move transaxle manual lever to the PARK. Verify transaxle is in PARK by attempting to roll vehicle in either direction.
4. Tighten shift cable adjustment screw to 8 N.m (70 in. lbs.).
Verify proper cable adjustment. Engine should start with the shifter lever in PARK (P) and NEUTRAL (N) positions ONLY.
Install center console assembly. (Fig 2).
Install gearshift knob and tighten set screw to 2 N.m (15 in. lbs.). (Fig 1).