Removal and Installation

SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Removal Steps 1-13:

WARNING:
1. When removing and installing the shift cable & select cable assembly and the shift lever assembly, be careful not to hit it against the SRS-ECU.
2. Never disassemble the shift lever assembly (except the distance piece and bushing). (Non-provided part)
3. Do not apply mineral oil on the moving part of the shift lever assembly. Using mineral oil may damage the resin part.

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<> SELECT CABLE CONNECTION (TRANSAXLE SIDE) REMOVAL

Set the clip of the select cable as shown in figure 1 and 2, and disconnect the select cable.

<> GEAR SHIFT LINK CLIP REMOVAL

Push up the claws of the gearshift link clip using a screwdriver, etc., and then remove the gearshift link clip from the bracket together with the cables.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< GEAR SHIFT LINK CLIP INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Insert thoroughly the gearshift link clip, shift cable and select cable until they click in place.

1. After installing the new gearshift link clip to the cable bracket of the transaxle, install the shift cable and select cable to the cable bracket.

NOTE: The clip is reversible.

2. Move the shift lever to all positions and check that the operation is smooth.

>>B<< SELECT CABLE CONNECTION (TRANSAXLE SIDE) INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Check that the clip is securely installed.

1. Install the clip of the select cable as shown in the illustration.
2. Move the shift lever to all positions and check that the operation is smooth.

>>C<< SELECT CABLE CONNECTION (SHIFT LEVER SIDE) INSTALLATION

1. Move the shift lever until it contacts the 5-speed or 6-speed stopper to stabilize the shift cable at the shift lever.
2. Release the shift lever, and install the select cable (at the shift lever side) to the select lever while the lever is at the neutral position.
3. Check that the shift cable (shift lever side) and the select cable (shift lever side) are installed securely, and move the shift lever to all shift positions.
4. If the shift lever cannot be moved to the shift positions, adjustment the select cable.