i-SHIFT Transmission Shift Change Actuator Replacement

NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surface.
  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio or the navigation system (if equipped), then write down the audio presets. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable. Remove the battery.
  1. Remove the transmission shift change actuator harness cover (A) and the harness clip (B).

  1. Disconnect the transmission shift change actuator connectors (A). Remove the cotter pin (B) and select wire washer (C).
  1. Disconnect the select actuator rod (D) and shift actuator rod (E) with joint covers (F) from the change lever assembly (G).
  1. Remove the transmission shift change actuator (H), then remove the dowel pins (I) from the top of the transmission housing.
  1. Install the transmission shift change actuator in the reverse order of removal with a new cotter pin.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful of assemble direction of joint cover.
    • Application of grease is not allowed at installation to the rods.
    • Install the select wire washer certainly.
  1. Test-drive the vehicle.
  1. Enter the anti-theft code for the audio or the navigation system, then enter the customer's audio presets, and set the clock.