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Manual Transaxle Shift Control System: Installation

  1. Install the shift cable and select cable after locating the shift lever and select lever at the neutral position.
    NOTE: When operating lever of body side, check secure operation of lever of transaxle side after assembly.
  2. Install the snap pins (2 each) of transaxle side.
    Fig 1: Identifying Snap Pins
    G04862474Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the shift lever assembly.

    TORQUE: 9-14 N.m (90-140 kgf.cm, 6-9.5 lb.ft)

    Fig 2: Identifying Shift Lever Assembly
    G04862478Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the shift cable and select cable to the shift lever side.
    NOTE: Adjust the cable length with select cable adjuster (A) in "N" position before installing the center console.
    Fig 3: Identifying Cable Adjuster
    G04862479Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the center console.