Gearshift Cable Adjustment

Fig 1: Removing Center Console Trim And Gearshift Lever Boot

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NOTE:

If necessary, remove the center console trim and gearshift lever boot.
1. Remove the gearshift lever knob.
2. Remove the center console trim and gearshift lever boot.
  
  Fig 2: Releasing Gearshift Cable Adjuster Lock
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Release the gearshift cable adjuster lock.

Fig 3: Releasing Gearshift Cable Adjuster
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Release the gearshift cable adjuster.

Fig 4: Setting Transaxle In Neutral
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NOTE:
- The transaxle is in neutral when the angle between the gearshift lever and the transaxle shift lever is 90 degrees.
Set the transaxle in neutral.

Fig 5: Pushing Adjuster And Secure Lock
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NOTE:
- The transaxle is in neutral when the angle between the gearshift lever and the transaxle shift lever is 90 degrees.
Push in the adjuster and secure the lock.

Fig 6: Installing Center Console Trim And Gearshift Lever Boot
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If necessary, install the center console trim, the gearshift lever boot assembly and the gearshift lever knob.