Shift Mechanism Overviews: Notes
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NOTE:
Note the radio code on vehicles with a coded radio.
Disconnect the ground cable from the battery when working on the shift mechanism inside the engine compartment. Refer to Removal and Installation .
If the battery is to be reconnected, follow the work sequence after connecting the battery. Refer to Removal and Installation .
When working on the shift mechanism in the engine compartment, remove the air filter housing, if it is located above the shift mechanism. for diesel engines refer to [For engine(s) CCTA, CBFA] Removal and Installation for gas engines.
The shift mechanism must be removed in order to replace the operating cables. Refer to SHIFT MECHANISM .
Do not bend the operating cables.