Shift Lever Does Not Operate Smoothly

Shift lever does not operate smoothly

Diagnostic Procedure:

1. Transmission range switch defective or out of adjustment

2. Shift cable broken, binding, or out of adjustment

3. Shift lever mechanism worn or defective

4. Connection between shift cable and transmission or shift lever is worn

5. Manual valve defective

6. Selector control shaft worn or damaged

Also check for:

- Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connections.
- Inspect the transmission range switch. If the transmission range switch fails the inspection, replace the switch. If the inspection is OK, check for proper transmission range switch installation, and adjust the shift cable.
- Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the selector control lever.
- Check the manual valve in the main valve body for wear and damage, and check the manual lever guide pin for wear and damage.