Shift Linkage: Service and Repair

GEAR SHIFT LEVER

REMOVAL
1. Remove the kneeblocker.
2. Remove the upper and lower column shroud.
3. Remove and discard the brake light switch.
4. Loosen the column bolts and lower the column enough to allow clearance for the gear shift lever removal.
5. Disconnect the overdrive switch harness (if equipped).
6. Disconnect the shift cable from the shift lever.
7. Remove the SKIM.





8. Remove the gear shift lever mounting screws and remove the lever (2).
9. Remove the blocker pin from the inhibit link slot (1).

INSTALLATION





1. Install the lever assembly (2) using care to install the pin in the blocker to slider slot (1) and install the mounting screws and tighten to 12 Nm (105 inch lbs.).
2. Cycle the key from ACC to RUN and ensure that the blocker does not stick or bind.
3. Turn the key to the OFF position and ensure that the shifter will not pull from the PARK position.
4. Connect the over drive switch harness (if equipped).

NOTE: Route and tie off harness to original location.

5. Connect the shift cable to the lever (2).
6. Ensure the gear shift lever and transmission are in the PARK position and snap the cable adjust clip in place.
7. Install a new brake light switch.
8. Install the SKIM and halo.
9. Install the upper and lower column shroud.
10. Install the column back into place and tighten.
11. Install the kneeblocker.