Charger V6-3.5L (2009)
Shift Cable: Adjustments
42RLE Automatic Transmission
Shift Cable - Floor Mount
GEARSHIFT CABLE - FLOOR MOUNT
Check adjustment by starting the engine in PARK and NEUTRAL. Adjustment is CORRECT if the engine starts only in these positions. Adjustment is
INCORRECT if the engine starts in one but not both positions. If the engine starts in any position other than PARK or NEUTRAL, or if the engine will
not start at all, the park/neutral position contact may be faulty.
1. Shift transmission into PARK.
2. Remove floor console as necessary for access to the shift cable adjustment. See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Console/Service and
Repair/Floor Console - Removal
3. Loosen the shift cable adjustment screw (5).
4. Raise vehicle.
5. Unsnap cable eyelet from transmission shift lever.
6. Verify transmission shift lever is in PARK detent by moving lever fully rearward. Last rearward detent is PARK position.
7. Verify positive engagement of transmission park lock by attempting to rotate propeller shaft. Shaft will not rotate when park lock is engaged.
8. Snap cable eyelet onto transmission shift lever.
