Shift Cable: Service and Repair

Shift Cables

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.





2. Remove the following parts from the transaxle:
2.1. The cable bracket
2.2. The retaining nut
2.3. The cables

3. Remove the following parts from the control assembly:
3.1. The knob
3.2. The front console
3.3. The shift boot

4. Remove the shift cables from the pin stud on the control assembly.
5. Remove the following parts:
5.1. The spring clip
5.2. The right front sill plate

6. Pull back the carpet in order to access the shift cables.
7. Remove the following parts from the shift cable assembly:
7.1. The grommet cover bolts
7.2. The cable cover
7.3. The cables

Installation Procedure





1. Route the cables.
2. Install the following parts on the cable assembly:
2.1. The cables
2.2. The grommet cable cover
2.3. The attaching bolts at the floor pan

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 1.4 Nm (12 lb in).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the cables to the control assembly using adjustable parallel jaw pliers.
4. Install the spring clips that hold the cables to the control assembly.
5. Install the carpet.
6. Install the sill plate.
7. Install the cables on the transaxle.
8. Install the cable bracket.
9. Install the retaining nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

10. Connect the cables.
11. Install the following parts on the control assembly:
11.1. The boot
11.2. The front console
11.3. The knob

12. Connect the negative battery cable.