Manual Linkage
MANUAL LINKAGE ADJUST1. With ignition switch in off position and parking brake applied, place transmission selector lever into Overdrive position and hold against the Overdrive stop by installing an 8 lb weight onto the selector lever knob.
Adjusting Manual Shift Linkage, (Bronco And F-150-350):
Fig. 13 Check Ball Location (Units W/9 Rubber Check Balls):
2. Loosen shift rod adjusting nut, as shown in the Adjusting Manual Shift Linkage image.
3. Place transmission manual lever into Overdrive position by moving lever to rearward most position, then forward two detents.
4. With selector and manual levers in Overdrive position, torque shift rod adjusting nut to 12-18 ft lbs.
CAUTION: Do not overtorque shift rod adjusting nut.
5. Remove weight from the steering column selector lever knob.
6. Operate shift lever in all gear positions to ensure manual lever is in full detent. Adjust lever, if necessary.
7. On F15O, F250, F350, and Bronco models, ensure correct operation of the automatic selector indicator.
NOTE: Do not adjust linkage in any position other than the Overdrive position.