Selector Lever Removal/Installation: Removal

All vehicles 

1. Place the shift selector lever in the (D) position.
   Fig 1: Locating Shift Selector Lever In (D) Position

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2. Gently pry up to remove the upper selector lever trim ring.
   Fig 2: Locating Upper Selector Lever Trim Ring

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3. Lift the center console lid and remove the center console compartment tray.
   Fig 3: Locating Center Console Compartment Tray

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4. Remove the top finish panel.
   Fig 4: Locating Top Finish Panel

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5. Remove the selector lever cable from the selector lever assembly.
   1. Disconnect the selector lever cable end from the selector lever.
   2. Remove the selector lever cable from the bracket.
      Fig 5: Identifying Selector Lever Cable End And Selector Lever

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6. Disconnect the wiring harness retainers from the selector lever.
   Fig 6: Locating Wiring Harness Retainers From Selector Lever

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7. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the selector lever.
   1. Disconnect the selector lever electrical connector.
   2. Remove the vehicle wiring harness connector from the selector lever.
      Fig 7: Identifying Selector Lever Electrical Connector

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   All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles 

8. Pull the AWD module straight back and remove it from the back of the selector lever.
   Fig 8: Locating AWD Module On Back Of Selector Lever

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   All vehicles 

9. Remove the 2 screws from the center console.
   Fig 9: Locating Center Console Screws

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10. Remove the 4 bolts and remove the selector lever assembly.
    Fig 10: Locating Center Console Screws

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