Intrepid V6-3.2L VIN J (1998)
INSTALLATION
1. Reroute new cable from underside of vehicle. The cable must be routed between the engine block and the heater return tube.
2. Snap new transaxle cable on to shift lever assembly.
3. Set shift lever assembly in park position at transaxle. This is the most rearward position. Verify park sprag is fully engaged.
CAUTION: Park sprag must be engaged when adjusting linkage. Rock vehicle back and forth to ensure that park sprag is fully engaged.
4. Tighten shift cable clamp bolt.
5. Rotate fill tube to original location. Install and tighten fill tube bracket bolt.
6. Route transaxle shift cable through hole in dash panel.
7. Install cable grommet in dash panel.
8. Route transaxle shift cable under A/C duct, over central distribution duct, through support strut and air bag mounting bracket. Then route over
carpeting and down to the shifter bracket.
9. Place shifter in the Park position.
10. Route cable through hole in shifter bracket and attach to cable attaching stud (pin) by snapping into place.
11. Install a new clip onto the cable at the shifter bracket.
12. Tighten the adjuster nut.
13. Reinstall console bezel and shifter handle. Firmly press the shifter handle downward and tighten the fastener.
14. Check shifter for proper operation. It should operate smoothly without binding. The vehicle should crank in Park or Neutral only.
