Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
Shift Cable: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the transmission shift cable from the steering column.
(1) Disconnect the shift cable from the steering column shift tube lever.
(2) Disconnect the shift cable from the steering column bracket.
2. Push the rubber grommet and transmission shift cable through the bulkhead.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO
HOISTING, JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE
AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE REAR JACK STORAGE AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
UNEXPECTED INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE
DURING THESE OPERATIONS.
4. Remove the transmission shift cable from the automatic transmission.
(1) Disconnect the shift cable from the manual control lever.
(2) Depress lock tabs to release shift cable and disconnect the shift cable from the shift cable bracket.
5. Remove the transmission shift cable bracket from the automatic transmission.
(1) Remove the bolt.
(2) Remove the transmission shift cable bracket.
