Shift Lever Removal
Shift Lever Removal1. Remove the following parts:
^ Heater control panel
^ Dashboard center panel
^ Center lower covers
2. Shift the shift lever into the R position.
3. Remove the nut securing the shift cable end.
4. Unlock the retainer (A).
5. Rotate the socket holder retainer (A) counterclockwise (B) until it stops, and push the retainer lock (C) into the socket holder retainer to lock the retainer.
6. Lower the socket holder (A), then slide it to remove the shift cable (B) from the shift cable bracket (C). Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable guide (D).
7. Cover around the opening of the dashboard with tape to prevent damage to the dashboard.
8. Remove the shift lever mounting bolt and nuts.
9. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (A) and D3 switch/park pin switch/A/T Gear Position indicator panel light connector (B), and remove the shift lever assembly (C).
