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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Shift the gear to "N".
  2. Remove the knob & boots (A) by pulling it in the direction of arrow after removing the boots from the console upper cover.
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  3. Remove the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  4. Disconnect the main connector (A).
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  5. Remove the shift cable after separating the snap pin (A).
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  6. Remove the shift lever assembly (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb.ft)

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