Gearshift Lever Assembly: Removal

Shift the transaxle into the "R" position.
Remove the console panel and center console. See CENTER CONSOLE .
Remove the nut securing the shift cable end (A), then separate the end from the gearshift lever assembly. See Fig 1.

NOTE: Do not remove the shift cable by twisting shift cable guide (D). See Fig 2.

Rotate the socket holder (A) on the shift cable (B) counterclockwise a quarter turn, then slide holder to remove the shift cable from the gearshift lever bracket base (C).
Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (A) and the A/T shift switch assembly connector (6 pin) (B). See Figure and Fig 3 .
Remove the 4 bolts (C) securing the gearshift lever bracket base, then remove the gearshift lever assembly.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Shift Cable From Gearshift Lever Assembly

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Fig 2: Removing Shift Cable From Bracket Base

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Fig 3: Removing Gearshift Lever Assembly

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