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Shift Linkage, C6

Fig. 3 Floor Shift Control Linkage:





Fig. 4 Shift Control Linkage:






1. With ignition switch in Off position and parking brake applied, place transmission selector lever into Drive (D) position and hold against the (D) stop by installing an 8 lb. weight onto the selector lever knob.
2. Loosen shift rod adjusting nut at point A, Figs. 3 and 4.
3. Place transmission manual lever into Drive position by moving lever completely rearward, then forward 2 detents.
4. With selector lever and transmission manual lever in Drive (D) position, torque nut at point A to 12-18 ft. lbs.
5. Remove weight from the steering column selector lever knob.
6. Operate shift lever in all gear positions to ensure that manual lever is in full detent. Adjust lever, if necessary.
7. On F150, F250, F350 and Bronco models, ensure correct operation of the automatic selector indicator (PRND21). Do not adjust linkage in any position other than the Drive (D) position.