Fig. 3.42. Gearbox shift mechanism
Fig. 3.43. Gear shift lever
Removal
Remove the floor console assembly.
Remove the cotter pins and the transmission control cable clamps from the gear shift lever side.
Remove the gear shift lever assembly.
Loosen the bolts and remove the intermediate bracket for the gearbox control cables on the engine compartment bulkhead.
Remove the cotter pins and the transmission control cable clamps (from the gearbox side).
Fig. 3.44. Gear selection and shift cables
Remove the gear selection and shift cables (Fig. 3.44).
Examination
Check the functionality of the gear selector cable and make sure there is no damage.
Check the functionality of the gear shift cable and ensure there is no damage.
Check the gearbox control cable boots for damage.
Inspect each bushing for wear, abrasion, binding, restriction or damage.
Check the spring for wear or damage.
Installation
Install the gear shift lever assembly.
Install the gear selector and shift cables.