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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Check that the shift lever is placed in the "N" position.
  2. Install the inhibitor switch (A).
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts so that necessary adjustments can be made.
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  3. Install the manual control lever (A).
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the manual control lever nut so that necessary adjustments can be made.
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  4. Align the hole (B) in the manual control lever with the "N" position hole (A) of the inhibitor switch and then insert the SST inhibitor switch guide pin (09480-A3800).
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  5. Tighten the manual lever mounting nut (A) to the specified torque.

    Tightening Torque: 

    17.7 - 24.5 N.m (1.8 - 2.5 kgf.m, 13.0 - 18.1 lb.ft)

  6. Tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts (B) to the specified torque.

    Tightening Torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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  7. Remove the SST (09480-A3800) from the adjustment hole.
  8. Connect the inhibitor switch connector (A).
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  9. Tighten the nut (A) loosely.
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the nut so that necessary adjustments can be made.
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  10. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening Torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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  11. Install the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")