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Gearshift Cables: Installation

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  1. Pull the gearshift cables through the bulkhead into the exterior.
    NOTE: When inserting the gearshift cables through the bulkhead, use care and do not damage the heat shielding.
    NOTE: When inserting the gearshift cables through the bulkhead, make sure the arrow on the grommet is pointing upward.
  2. Install the 2 gearshift cable grommet nuts and attach the gearshift cables to the floor.
    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    Fig 1: Locating Gearshift Cable Grommet Nuts
    G06276158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the wiring harness onto the studs.
  4. Connect the gearshift cables to the gearshift lever base.
    NOTE: Make sure the gearshift cables are fully seated into the gearshift lever base or damage may occur.
    Fig 2: Locating Gearshift Cables & Gearshift Lever Base
    G06276149Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the select cable and the shift cable to the gearshift lever.
    Fig 3: Locating Shift Cable & Select Cable
    G06276156Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Position the insulation blanket into place.
  7. Install the RCM  . For additional information, refer to INSTALLATION .
  8. Connect the gearshift cables to the transaxle bracket.
    NOTE: Make sure the gearshift cables are fully seated into the transaxle bracket or damage may occur.
    NOTE: The gearshift cable ends and transaxle bracket slots are unique. They can only be fully seated in the correct slot.
    NOTE: The top cable will have id tape.
    Fig 4: Locating Gearshift Cables & Transaxle Bracket
    G06276161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Connect the gearshift cables to the transaxle shift control lever.
    Fig 5: Locating Gearshift Cables & Transaxle Shift Control Lever
    G06276153Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Adjust the gearshift cables. For additional information, refer to GEARSHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT .
  11. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
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