Module, Electronic Shifter (ESM): Removal: Removal

WARNING:

On vehicles equipped with the high voltage system, disconnecting the 12-volt battery negative cable alone will not power down the 12-volt system. You must perform the 12-volt Power Down procedure before proceeding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Disconnect the negative 12-volt battery cable. Refer to ELECTRIC VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 1: Gear Shifter Switch Bezel
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Detach the electronic shifter switch bezel (1).

Fig 2: Three Electrical Connectors
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Disconnect the three electrical connectors (1) below the electronic shifter switch bezel.

Fig 3: Rear Floor Console Nut
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Remove the floor console rear cup holder insert, and remove the rear floor console nut (1).

Fig 4: Floor Console Vent Panel Screws
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Remove the two floor console vent panel screws (1), and remove the two floor console vent panels.

Fig 5: Front Floor Console Screws
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Remove the two front floor console screws (1).

Fig 6: Front Floor Console Nuts
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Remove the front floor console cup holder insert, and remove the two front floor console nuts (1).
Disconnect the floor console 12-volt outlet electrical connector, and remove the floor console.

Fig 7: Center Console Screws & Bolts
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Remove the two center console screws (1), and the two center console bolts (2).

Fig 8: Electronic Shifter Module (ESM) & Electrical Connectors
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Disconnect the two electronic shifter module (ESM) electrical connectors (1).
Remove the ESM (2).