Chrysler 1997 Stratus Convertible RHD Service Manual page 1029

SHIFTER/IGNITION SHIFTER CABLE ADJUSTMENT NUT SHIFTER/IGNITION INTERLOCKCABLE INTERLOCK CABLE
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ADJUSTMENTS (Continued)
(4) Loosen the adjustment nut on the interlock
lever (Fig. 251).
Fig. 251 Interlock Cable Adjuster Nut
(5) Move ignition key to the RUN position.
(6) Remove the interlock cable from the shifter
housing (Fig. 252). Slide the cable out of the groove
in the interlock lever.
Fig. 252 Interlock Cable
(7) Inspect the interlock cable:
• With the lock cylinder in OFF (lock) position and
the ignition key removed, the cable core wire should
not move when pulled. If the cable core wire moves,
the cable is improperly installed or kinked.
• With the ignition key in the RUN position, the
cable core wire should slide freely when pulled. Also,
the cable should return to the bottomed out position
when released. If the cable core wire does not move
in the RUN position, the cable is improperly installed
or kinked.
(8) Put the shifter in the PARK position.
(9) Slide the interlock cable core wire into the
groove on the adjustment lever. Ensure the cable end
seats in the groove.
ADJUSTMENT CABLE END NUT
(10) Slip the cable into the housing until it snaps
in place.
(11) Ensure the shift lever remains in PARK.
Remove the ignition key from the lock cylinder
(switch in OFF position).
(12) When the adjustment nut on the interlock
lever is loosened, the cable indexes itself to the cor-
rect position.
(13) Loosen the adjustment nut. Allow the cable to
adjust itself to the correct position. Tighten the
adjustment nut.
(14) Check the interlock adjustment:
• With the ignition key in the OFF (lock) position,
the shifter should be locked in the PARK position. If
not, re-adjust the interlock and tighten the adjust-
ment nut.
• Without starting the engine, place the igni-
tion switch in the run position. Move the shifter to
the reverse position. You should not be able to
remove the ignition key from the lock cylinder. If the
key can be removed at this point, re- adjust the inter-
lock and tighten the adjustment nut.
• Place the shifter in the PARK position. Turn the
ignition key to the OFF (lock) position. You should be
able to remove the ignition key from the lock cylin-
der. If not, re-adjust the interlock and tighten the
adjustment nut.
(15) Install the bezel on the shifter console.
(16) Install shifter handle.
BEARING ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
GENERAL RULES ON SERVICING BEARINGS
(1) Take extreme care when removing and install-
ing bearing cups and cones. Use only an arbor
press for installation, as a hammer may not prop-
erly align the bearing cup or cone. Burrs or nicks on
the bearing seat will give a false end play reading,
while gauging for proper shims. Improperly seated
bearing cup and cones are subject to low-mileage fail-
ure.
(2) Bearing cups and cones should be replaced if
they show signs of pitting or heat distress.
(3) If distress is seen on either the cup or bearing
rollers, both cup and cone must be replaced.
NOTE: Bearing end play and drag torque specifica-
tions must be maintained to avoid premature bear-
ing failures.
(4) Used (original) bearing may lose up to 50 per-
cent of the original drag torque after break-in.
NOTE: All bearing adjustments must be made with
no other component interference or gear inter-
mesh, except the transfer gear bearing.
(5) Oil all bearings before checking turning torque.
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