Shift Cable: Installation

Checking shift lever and the manual control lever are in the N range before installation.
Install the shift cable retainer (A).
Tightening torque:

11.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.2 - 1.5 kgf.m, 8.7 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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Install the shift cable (A) to the shift lever.

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NOTE: Install the shift cable after checking the direction of tab (A) to prevent incorrect assembly.

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Insert the snap pin (A).

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NOTE: Mind the installation direction of snap pin and install the snap pin with the hook facing upward.

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Install the shift cable (A) to the bracket (B).

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NOTE: The existing shift cable clip must be replaced with new one (do not reuse).
Align the hole in the manual control lever with the N position hole of the position switch and then insert the SST (09480 - A3800).

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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 - 13.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.1 lb.ft)

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Remove the SST (09480 - A3800).

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Install the console upper cover.
(Refer to CONSOLE UPPER COVER REMOVAL & INSTALLATION )
Install the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - " BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ")
Install the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - " AIR CLEANER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ")
Check that operating surely at each range of the inhibitor switch corresponding to each position of shift lever.