ML 500 (163.175) V8-5.0L (113.965) (2003)
Shift Linkage: Adjustments
Adjust Shift Rod
Setting
1
Move selector lever to position "D".
NOTE:
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Vehicle must be horizontal and standing on its wheels.
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Drive vehicle onto four-post lifting platform or over pit.
2
Mount rod head (98) on intermediate lever (97) and secure with clips.
3
Move range selector lever (33) to position "D".
4
Insert shift rod (63) into rod head, attach to range selector lever (33) and secure with clips.
5
Tighten bolt (99).
NOTE:
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Press against the rod head (98) to tighten.
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Do not twist shift rod (63) or rod head (98).
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Do not move range selector lever (33) out of position "D".
6
Check function.