Shift Lever: Adjustment

ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
1. Remove the nut and disconnect the shifting rod.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Shift Lever Nut
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2. Turn the control shaft lever of the park/neutral position switch counterclockwise until it stops, and turn it clockwise 2 notches to set it to N.
3. Move the shift lever to N and tighten the nut while lightly pushing the lever toward R
  Torque: 13 N*m (130 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf)
  
  NOTE: Do not push the shift lever too hard.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Control Shaft Lever Position
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4. Check that the shift lever moves smoothly and the shift lever and gear operate correctly (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )