xA L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE) (2006)
1. INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION
a. When adjusting the shift lever to each position, make sure that it moves smoothly, can be properly operated and the position indicator displays
correctly.
Positions which can be operated without pressing the shift lever knob button: R -> N -> D -> 2, L -> 2 -> D -> N
Positions which can be operated only while pressing the shift lever knob button: 2 -> L, N -> R -> P
Positions which can be operated only while pressing the shift lever knob button, the ignition switch is in the ON position and the brake pedal is
depressed: P -> R
b. When starting the engine, make sure that the vehicle moves forward when shifting from the N to D position, and moves rearward when shifting
to the R position.
2. ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION
a. Remove the nut and disconnect the control cable from the control shaft lever.
b. Turn the control shaft lever counterclockwise until it stops.
c. Turn it clockwise 2 notches to set it to the N position.
d. Move the shift lever to the N position and install the control cable to the control shaft lever with the nut while pushing the end of the control
cable up.
Torque: 12.7 Nm (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE:
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The shift lever cannot be moved if the end of the control cable is excessively pushed up.
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Tighten the nut while the control cable is properly stretched.