Selector Lever Cable Removal/Installation

Fig 1: Identifying Selector Lever Cable Components

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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See LIFTING .
2. Place the selector lever in the (D) position.
   Fig 2: Locating Selector Lever In (D) Position

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3. Gently pry up to remove the upper selector lever trim ring.
   Fig 3: Locating Upper Selector Lever Trim Ring

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4. Lift the center console lid and remove the center console compartment tray.
   Fig 4: Locating Center Console Compartment Tray

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5. Remove the top finish panel.
   Fig 5: Locating Top Finish Panel

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6. Remove the selector lever cable from the selector lever assembly.
   1. Disconnect the selector lever cable end from the selector lever.
   2. Remove the selector lever cable from the bracket.
      Fig 6: Identifying Selector Lever Cable End And Selector Lever

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7. Remove the 2 grommet nuts for the selector lever cable.
   • Tighten to 10 N.m {1.0 kgf-m, 89 in.lbf}.
     Fig 7: Locating Grommet Nuts

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8. Remove the selector lever cable retainer from the transaxle fluid filler tube.
   Fig 8: Locating Selector Lever Cable Retainer And Transaxle Fluid Filler Tube

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9. Disconnect the selector lever cable end from the manual control lever.
   Fig 9: Disconnecting Selector Lever Cable End From Manual Control Lever

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10. Release the 2 tabs and remove the selector lever cable from the selector lever cable bracket.
    Fig 10: Releasing Tabs And Selector Lever Cable From Selector Lever Cable Bracket

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11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Adjust the selector lever cable after the installation. See SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT  .