Shift Lever Knob Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, and 2009 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Refer to SHIFT LEVER DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY as needed during the following procedures.
Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors and switches, especially if you have silicone grease on your hands or gloves.

Remove the left center console panel (see DASHBOARD/STEERING HANGER BEAM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Shift the shift lever to N.
Disconnect the D3 switch connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying D3 Switch Connector
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Remove the screws (A), and remove the shift lever knob (B) from the shift lever.

Fig 2: Identifying Shift Lever Knob & Screws
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Apply silicone grease to the top of the shift lever rod (A).

Fig 3: Shift Lever Rod With Torque Specifications
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Install the new shift lever knob (B).
Secure the shift lever knob with the new screws (C).
Connect the D3 switch connector (A).

Fig 4: Identifying Shift Lever Knob & Screws
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Install the the left center panel (see DASHBOARD/STEERING HANGER BEAM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).