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Shift Control Linkage Adjustment AWD / RWD with Solid Link


    Object Number: 1441966 Size: SH
  1. Position the shift lever in PARK.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Loosen the shift control linkage adjustment nut (3) and allow the linkage to slide freely.
  4. Hold the selector lever on the transmission against the rear stop in the PARK position to eliminate any play.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the shift control linkage adjustment nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Lower the vehicle.

    6. Object Number: 1441963 Size: SH
  6. Inspect the operation of the starting system with the shift lever in each position. The engine should only crank when the lever is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position.
  7. Ensure that the shifter detents align with the gear indicators.
  8. Return to the PARK position and check for proper engagement. PARK position should feel solid and not spongy. The shift lever should not be bottomed out on the stop bumper when engaging the PARK position. Readjust and retest if necessary.
  9. With the ignition on and the engine not running, ensure a smooth transition from position D to tap mode and back. Ensure that the odometer changes to the gear indicator mode. If the odometer does not change to gear indicator mode, or any binding or rough spots are felt, repeat the linkage adjustment procedure and retest the system.

Shift Control Linkage Adjustment RWD with Adjustable Link


    Object Number: 1690867 Size: SH
  1. Position the shift lever in PARK.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    3. Object Number: 1690869 Size: SH
  3. Loosen the shift control linkage adjustment sleeve bolt (2) and allow the linkage to slide freely.
  4. The linkage will self adjust to the proper position.
  5. If the linkage fails to self adjust, proceed as follows:
    6. 5.1. Hold the selector lever on the transmission (3) against the rear stop in the PARK position to eliminate any play in the forward section of the linkage.
    5.2. Grasp the linkage at the control lever (1).
    5.3. Push the linkage forward and make a note of the amount of travel the rod makes going into the adjustment sleeve.
    5.4. Pull the linkage rearward and make a note of the amount of travel the rod makes coming out of the adjustment sleeve.
    5.5. Place the rod into the adjustment sleeve half the distance of the complete amount of travel.
  6. Tighten the shift control linkage adjustment sleeve nut (2).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the shift control linkage adjustment bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Inspect the operation of the starting system with the shift lever in each position. The engine should only crank when the lever is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position.
  9. Ensure that the shifter detents align with the gear indicators.
  10. Return to the PARK position and check for proper engagement. PARK position should feel solid and not spongy. The shift lever should not be bottomed out on the stop bumper when engaging the PARK position. Readjust and retest if necessary.
  11. With the ignition on and the engine not running, ensure a smooth transition from position D to tap mode and back. Ensure that the odometer changes to the gear indicator mode. If the odometer does not change to gear indicator mode, or any binding or rough spots are felt, repeat the linkage adjustment procedure and retest the system.

Shift Control Linkage Adjustment AWD with Adjustable Link


    Object Number: 1649722 Size: SH
  1. Position the shift lever in PARK.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    3. Object Number: 1690866 Size: SH
  3. Loosen the shift control linkage adjustment sleeve bolt (2) and allow the linkage to slide freely.
  4. The linkage will self adjust to the proper position.
  5. If the linkage fails to self adjust, proceed as follows:
    6. 5.1. Hold the selector lever on the transmission (1) against the rear stop in the PARK position to eliminate any play in the forward section of the linkage.
    5.2. Grasp the linkage at the control lever (3).
    5.3. Push the linkage forward and make a note of the amount of travel the rod makes going into the adjustment sleeve.
    5.4. Pull the linkage rearward and make a note of the amount of travel the rod makes coming out of the adjustment sleeve.
    5.5. Place the rod into the adjustment sleeve half the distance of the complete amount of travel.
  6. Tighten the shift control linkage adjustment sleeve bolt (2).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the shift control linkage adjustment bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Inspect the operation of the starting system with the shift lever in each position. The engine should only crank when the lever is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position.
  9. Ensure that the shifter detents align with the gear indicators.
  10. Return to the PARK position and check for proper engagement. PARK position should feel solid and not spongy. The shift lever should not be bottomed out on the stop bumper when engaging the PARK position. Readjust and retest if necessary.
  11. With the ignition on and the engine not running, ensure a smooth transition from position D to tap mode and back. Ensure that the odometer changes to the gear indicator mode. If the odometer does not change to gear indicator mode, or any binding or rough spots are felt, repeat the linkage adjustment procedure and retest the system.