Selector Cable Installation Note

Install the selector cable to the selector lever securely.
Install the selector cable to the bracket securely.
NOTE:
- Steps 3 and 4 are for the selector cable replacement only.
Fig 1: Installing Selector Cable
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Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
Lock the lock piece and safety lock of the selector cable (selector lever side) in the order as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Locking Selector Cable Lock Piece
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Verify that the manual shaft is in the P position.
CAUTION:
- Bending the selector cable in the manner shown in the figure will damage the cable and it may become loose when shifted. When installing the selector cable, hold it straight.
Fig 3: Identifying Selector Cable "Do Not Bend" Area
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Install the clip as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
- Install the selector cable to the manual shaft cable with the clip side of the selector cable end facing the front of the vehicle.
Fig 4: Installing Selector Cable Clip
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Install the selector cable to the manual shaft lever in such a way that the selector cable does not bear a load.

Fig 5: Installing Selector Cable To Manual Shaft Lever
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Confirm that the end of the manual shift lever projects from the end of the selector cable.
Install the selector cable to the selector cable bracket securely.