Shifter A/T: Adjustments

A/T SHIFT SELECTOR

Inspection and Adjustment


INSPECTION

1.Move the shift selector to "P" position, and turn ignition switch ON.
2.Check that shift selector can be moved to other than "P" position when brake pedal is depressed. Also check that shift selector can be moved from "P" position only when brake pedal is depressed.
3.Move the shift selector and check for excessive effort, sticking, noise or rattle.
4.Check that shift selector stops at each position with the feel of engagement when it is moved through all the positions. Check that the actual position of shift selector matches the position shown by shift position indicator and manual lever on the transaxle.





5.The method of operating shift selector to individual positions correctly should be as shown.
6.When shift selector handle button is pressed in "P", "R", "N", "D", "2" or "1" position without applying forward/backward force to shift selector, check button operation for sticking.
7.Check that back-up lamps illuminate only when shift selector is placed in the "R" position.
8.Check that back-up lamps do not illuminate when shift selector is pushed toward the "R" position when in the "P" or "N" position.

CAUTION:
Check the lighting without pressing shift selector handle button.
9.Check that the engine can only be started with shift selector in the "P" and "N" positions.
10.Check that transaxle is locked completely when shift selector is in "P" position.

ADJUSTMENT

1.Move shift selector to " P" position.

CAUTION:
Rotate the wheels at least a quarter turn and be certain the transaxle is locked in the "P" position.





2.Loosen the control cable nut (A).
3.Place manual lever (B) to "P" position.

CAUTION:
Do not apply force to the manual lever.
4.Tighten the control cable nut. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.

CAUTION:
Do not move the manual lever when tightening.