Selector Lever Cable Adjustment

Fig 1: Removing Upper Steering Column Shroud

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Remove the upper steering column shroud.

Fig 2: Removing Lower Steering Column Shroud
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Remove the lower steering column shroud.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
Fig 3: Position Feeler Gauge Between Gearshift Lever Selector & Gearshift Lever Detent
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Position a 0.6mm (0.023 in) feeler gauge between the gearshift lever selector and the gearshift lever detent.
Place the gearshift lever in the DRIVE position and hang a 1.4 kg (3 lb) weight from the gearshift lever.

Fig 4: Loosening Gearshift Cable Adjuster
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Loosen the gearshift cable adjuster to adjust the cable then tighten.
Remove the weight from the gearshift lever.
Place the gearshift lever in the PARK position and remove the feeler gauge.

Fig 5: Installing Lower Steering Column Shroud
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Install the lower steering column shroud.
1. Position the lower steering column shroud.
2. Install the screws.
  
  Fig 6: Installing Upper Steering Column Shroud
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Install the upper steering column shroud.