9000 L4-2290cc 2.3L DOHC Turbo EFI (1992)
Shift Linkage: Technical Service Bulletins
Gear Shift Lever - Revised Assembly
CATEGORY
Transmission
SECTION
4
PAGE
6
ISSUE
03/92-0200
CODE
432
Subject:
New Gear Shift Lever Assembly
Application:
9000 Models, 1992-
For the 1992 model year, a new gear shift lever assembly was introduced on 9000 models equipped with manual transmission. Due to this change, a new
procedure for dismantling, assembling and adjusting the shifter assembly has been developed.
Dismantle/Assembly Procedure
1.
Pull/pry the rubber (or leather if so equipped) shift boot from the retaining bezel. Loosen and remove the screws securing the bezel. Remove the
bezel.
2.
Remove the two front securing screws for the shift lever console (located on the sides of the console).
3.
Remove the brush-seal plate for the hand brake lever.
4.
Release the power window switch panel and unplug the connectors.
5.
Slide both front seats forward and remove the two bolts at the rear of the shift lever console. Remove the ashtray and associated wire leads.
6.
Lift off the gear shift lever console.
7.
Remove the right side carpet trim panel from the front center console.
8.
Remove the retaining screws and slide the rear air duct back.
9.
Remove the screws and the front air duct from the heater housing and slide it forward towards the firewall.
10.
Remove the plastic cover (anti-slip device) and release the gear lever from the selector rod.