Removal And Installation: Removal

Place the shift lever in the 'N' position.
NOTE: Use wheel chocks to prevent vehicle from moving accidentally.
Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL & INSTALLATION )
Disconnect the connector (A).

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Remove the wiring clip (A).

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Remove the snap pin (A).

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Remove the shift cable (A) from the shift lever.

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Remove the shift lever assembly (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

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

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