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Selector Mechanism Overview

Fig 1: Identifying Selector Mechanism Overview
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  1. Selector Handle with Cover
  2. Center Console Cover
    • For the selector mechanism.
    • Removing and installing, refer to "Center Console" in, refer to Removal and Installation .
  3. Selector Mechanism with Selector Lever Cable
  4. Bolt
    • 8 Nm
  5. Nut
    • 8 Nm
    • Quantity: 4
  6. Selector Housing
    • Available only together with the selector mechanism.
  7. Bolt
    • 20 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn.
    • Always replace.
    • Quantity: 2
    • For securing the cable bracket to the transmission.
  8. Cable Bracket
    • For the selector lever cable.
  9. Lock Washer
    • Always replace after removing.
  10. Lock Washer
    • Always replace after removing.
    • Installed position: The offset side faces forward, toward the front of the vehicle.
  11. Tunnel/Body