Shift Mechanism: Removal

Lift up on gearshift boot to disengage retainer tabs from console.
Push down on knob and rotate clockwise to remove knob/boot assembly. (Fig 1).

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Gearshift Knob/Boot
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Remove the center console assembly as shown in (Fig 2).

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Center Console
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Remove crossover cable retaining clip and disconnect from shift lever. (Fig 3).

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Crossover Cable At Shifter Assembly
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Remove selector cable retaining clip and disconnect from shift lever. (Fig 4).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Selector Cable At Shifter Assembly
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Remove four shifter assembly-to-floor pan nuts and remove shifter from vehicle. (Fig 5).

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Shifter Assembly
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