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5MT Model

  1. Insert the gear shift lever from the underside of the vehicle.
  2. Install the joint to the transmission and secure with a spring pin.
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  3. Mount the cushion rubber on the vehicle body.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

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  4. Connect the rod to the joint.
    NOTE: Use a new self-locking nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)

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  5. Connect the stay to the shift bracket, and tighten the self-locking nut.
    NOTE: Use a new self-locking nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

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  6. Install the center exhaust cover.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the plate COMPL to the body.

    Tightening torque: 

    3 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 2.2 ft-lb)

    1. Set the plate COMPL to the vehicle.
    2. Temporarily tighten the bolt (A).
    3. Tighten the bolt (B).
    4. Tighten the bolt (A).
    5. Tighten the bolts (C) and (D).
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  9. Install the harness clamp to the plate.
  10. Install the boot and insulator assembly, and secure with a clamp.
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  11. Install the panel center LWR LH and RH. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CENTER CONSOLE>INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the front console panel. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>CONSOLE BOX>INSTALLATION .
  13. Install the gear shift knob by turning it clockwise.
  14. Make sure the gears can be shifted accurately into each gear.
  15. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .