Rebuilt trans getting ready to go in (95 E320 wagon), need to transfer the shift control cable unit ("control pressure cable") without fiddling with it for over a half hour (like last time on a different E320). Is there an obvious sequence that I'm not seeing? The issue is getting the trans metal rod to engage inside the plastic control assy. Last time if finally "clicked" and engaged but I wasn't doing anything differently for the previous 1/2 hour of moving, pushing gently, turning, etc. Can someone who has done more than a few of these share their method? The factory manual states "install" or "engage"which is of great help . Thanks.

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Hanno
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