Caution! The models described in this manual are equipped with air bags. When working in the airbag area, always turn them off (see chapter 12) to avoid accidental activation, which could result in injury. The yellow wire harness that runs through the console and instrument panel is related to this system. Do not tamper with the airbag wiring or attempt to test it with any testing equipment.
Removal
1. Remove the center console (see chapter 11).
2. Remove the heater fan assembly (see chapter 3).
3. Unscrew the four screws securing the selector position indicator (see figure 3.2). Remove the indicator from the console.
4. Using a small screwdriver, disconnect the control cable from the selector lever (figure 4.4).
5. Squeeze the tabs on the cable retainer and separate the cable from the base of the lever.
6. Remove the air cleaner (see chapter 4).
7. On the transmission: lift the locking tab (figure 4.7) and disconnect the cable from the selector position sensor lever.
8. Squeeze the clamps. pull the cable through the bracket and release it from its mounting on the transmission.
9. Unclip the control cable retainer from the engine bulkhead.
10. Unscrew the two nuts securing the plate that secures the cable sealing bushing to the engine bulkhead (figure 4.10).
11. Remove the cable from the vehicle.
Installation
12. Insert the cable into the hole in the engine bulkhead.
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13. In the passenger compartment: Pull the cable in until the cable retainer engages in the bracket on the base of the selector lever. Insert the cable end into the selector lever.
14. Install the retainer cover.
15. In the engine compartment, place the cable end onto the selector position sensor lever. Secure the cable to the bracket.
16. Install the air cleaner (see chapter 4).
17. Install the plate with the cable sealing bushing onto the engine bulkhead studs and securely tighten the plate with nuts.
18. Secure the cable to the engine bulkhead.
19. In the passenger compartment, install the selector position indicator and secure it securely with screws.
20. Install the heater fan assembly (see chapter 3).
21. Adjust the control cable (see paragraphs 24-31).
22. Install the center console (see chapter 11).
23. Move the selector lever to each position in turn and make sure it operates correctly.
Adjustment
24. Remove the center console (see chapter 11).
25. Move the selector lever to the PARK position.
26. Remove the four screws securing the position indicator (see figure 3.2). Lift the indicator from the lever support.
27. Slide the latch cover back (figure 4.27) and unfasten the fastener.
28. Set the selector lever precisely to the PARK position. Temporarily install the lever position indicator and make sure it is aligned with the letter "P" on the indicator. After this, remove the indicator again and fix the position of the lever by pushing in the lock (B) (see Figure 4.27).
29. Slide the latch cover forward to secure it in the closed position.
30. Replace the lever position indicator and secure it with screws.
31. Start the engine and check that the selector lever moves to all positions.