Shift Control Linkage Replacement

Shift Control Linkage Replacement (RWD)

Removal Procedure
1. Position the shift lever in PARK.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.





3. Remove the nut from the shift control linkage rod.
4. Disconnect the shift control linkage rod from the shift control assembly.





5. Remove the manual shift shaft nut.
6. Remove the shift control linkage from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the shift control linkage to the vehicle.

2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the manual shift shaft nut.
Tighten the manual shift shaft nut to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).





3. Connect the shift control linkage rod to the shift control assembly.
4. Install the nut to the shift control linkage rod.
5. Adjust the shift control linkage. Refer to Shift Control Linkage Adjustment.
6. Lower the vehicle.