Reverse Check Cable: Installation

Insert the reverse check cable into the inner boot hole from underside of the vehicle.
Insert the reverse check cable into the gear shift lever assembly, and secure it with the band clip.
NOTE:
- Cut the excess band clip.
- Make sure that the reverse check cable is inserted into the gearshift lever with no gaps.
Fig 1: Identifying Reverse Check Cable
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Use the spring pin to secure the end of the slider and reverse check cable.
NOTE: Apply grease to the moving part of slider.

Fig 2: Identifying Slider And Spring Pin
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Move the transmission to the right side, and install the stay.
Tightening torque:

T: 32 N.m (3.3 kgf-m, 23.6 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Identifying Stay And Bolt With Torque Specification
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Install the reverse check cable, washer and snap pin.
NOTE: Make sure to point the snap pin in an appropriate direction.

Fig 4: Identifying Reverse Check Cable, Snap Pin And Washer
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Make sure the hole of extension case is aligned with that of reverse check lever. If the hole positions are not aligned, adjust the reverse check cable. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Reverse Check Cable. >
NOTE:
- Check that the M3 bolt goes through the hole of reverse check lever and can be inserted into the hole of extension case.
- When checking visually, confirm that the gap of hole positions is 0.5 mm (0.02 in) or less.
Fig 5: Identifying Hole Of Reverse Check Lever And Extension Case
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Secure the reverse check cable to the stay clip.
NOTE: Install the reverse check cable on top of the stay.

Fig 6: Identifying Reverse Check Cable And Clip
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Install the crossmember. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Transmission Mounting System. >
Install the center exhaust cover.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
Install the center exhaust pipe (rear). < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe. >
Install the boot and insulator assembly, and secure with a clamp.

Fig 7: Identifying Boot And Insulator Assembly Clamp
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Install the panel center LWR LH and RH. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Console Box. >
Install the cover - shift lever. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Console Box. >
Install the console box assembly. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Console Box. >
Install the gear shift knob by turning it clockwise.
CAUTION: Do not turn the gear shift knob excessively to prevent it from being damaged.
Connect the battery ground terminal.