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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Insert "N range fixing pin"(A) of shift lever after checking the shift lever and manual control lever are on "N" range.
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  2. Install the shift cable retainer (A) by tightening nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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  3. Insert the snap pin (A) after installing the shift cable.
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    NOTE:
    • Install the shift cable after checking the direction of projection to prevent incorrect assembly.
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    • Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.
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  4. Make sure to get rid of "N range fixing pin" (A).
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  5. Install the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to " Replacement  ") 

  6. Install the shift cable to the manual control lever by lightly tighten the nut (A) after installing the it to the bracket.
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    NOTE: The existing shift cable clip must be replaced with new one (do not reuse).
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  7. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow lightly.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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  8. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to " Removal  ") 

  9. Install the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to " Removal and installation  ") 

  10. Operate the shift lever to check whether each position (P, R, N, D) works.