Selector Lever: Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Disconnect the transmission shift cable eyelet from the transmission selector lever arm and the retainer from the selector lever assembly front bracket.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Transmission Shift Cable Eyelet
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Remove the console shifter bezel.

Fig 2: Removing Console Shifter Bezel
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Remove the 2 screws and the center console top finish panel.

Fig 3: Removing Screws
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NOTE: Passenger side center console kick panel shown, driver side similar.

Fig 4: Removing Driver And Passenger Center Console Kick Panels

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Remove the driver and passenger center console kick panels.
Remove 4 screws and position the center console base aside.
Disconnect the electrical connector, remove the 2 nuts and the 2 screws. Carefully lift the transmission selector lever assembly from the vehicle.

Fig 5: Removing Transmission Selector Lever Assembly From The Vehicle
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