Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
8. Remove the gear selector indicator mechanism and cable unit from the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the gear selector indicator mechanism and cable unit to the instrument panel.
2. Squeeze the sides of the plastic adjuster and bracket unit and engage the tabs that secure it with the sides of the steering column window.
3. Engage the loop end of the gear selector indicator cable onto the lever on the left side of the steering column.
4. Position the gear selector indicator mechanism onto the back of the instrument cluster housing.
5. Install and tighten the two screws that secure the gear selector indicator mechanism to the back of the instrument cluster housing. Tighten the
screws to 2.2 Nm (20 in. lbs.).
6. Install the instrument cluster onto the instrument panel. Refer to Instrument Cluster in the Removal and Installation for the procedures.
7. Check the gear selector indicator for proper calibration.
8. Install the steering column opening cover onto the instrument panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Cover in the Removal and Installation for
the procedures.
9. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
