If the shaft is bent, straighten or replace it.
If the serration [B] are damaged, replace the shaft.
If the spring [C] is damaged in any way, replace it.
If the shift mechanism arm [D] is damaged in any way, replace the shaft.

If the ratchet [A], pawls [B], pins [C] or springs [D] are damaged in any way, replace them.

If it is loose, unscrew it, apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads, and tighten it.
Torque - Shift Shaft Return Spring Pin: 29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 21 ft·lb)
If the lever or spring are damaged in any way, replace them.
If they are badly worn or if they show any damage, replace it.

External Shift Mechanism Installation
Wheels/TiresIdle Speed Control Valve Actuator Removal
NOTICE
Never drop the idle speed control valve actuator especially
on a hard surface. Such a shock to the actuator
can damage it.
Remove:
Throttle Body Assy (see Throttle Body Assy Removal in
the Fuel System (DFI) chapter)
Idle Speed Control Valve Actuator Retainer Screws [A]
Idle Spe ...
Stick Coil Primary Peak Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Remove the stick coils (see Stick Coil Removal).
Do not remove the spark plugs.
Connect the ECU to the harness.
Measure the primary peak voltage as follows.
Install the new spark plug [A] into each stick coil [B], and
ground them onto ...
Intake Air Temperature Sensor Resistance Inspection
Remove the intake air temperature sensor (see Intake Air
Temperature Sensor Removal).
Suspend the sensor [A] in a container of machine oil so
that the heat-sensitive portion is submerged.
Suspend a thermometer [B] with the heat-sensitive portion
[C] located in almost the same depth with ...