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Shifter A/T: Adjustments


Gear Selector Mechanism Checking/Adjustment
- Jack up car





- Loosen gear selector arm/control rod nut so that rod is free to move in its slot.





- Move gear selector lever to position P Gently press lever forward to eliminate play and use support to retain lever in position.

Note: Parking brake must not be applied.





- Press selector link (arrow) on transmission backward into position R.
- Check that link is actually in this position by trying to turn propeller shaft.





- Tighten control rod/gear lever arm nut Tighten nut to 25 Nm (18 ft lb).
- Remove support from gear selector lever.





- Check adjustment by moving the gear selector lever to position D. Check for clearance in direction of position N.
- Move lever to position 2. Check for clearance in direction of position L.