Shift Lever Removal
- Shift the transmission into N position.
- Remove the center console panel and center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Remove the nut securing the shift cable end (A), then separate the cable end from the shift lever assembly.
- Rotate the socket holder (A) on the shift cable (B) toward the shift lever a quarter turn, then slide the holder out to remove the shift cable from the shift cable bracket base (C).NOTE: Do not remove the shift cable by twisting the shift cable guide (D).
- Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (2P) (A) and park pin switch connector (4P) (B).
- Remove the four bolts, then remove the shift lever assembly.