Selector Lever Cable: Removal

1.

With the vehicle in N, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .

2.

Remove the retainers and the engine undershield.

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3.

Disconnect the selector lever cable from the transmission manual control lever.

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4.

Remove the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .

5.

Remove the bolt, unclip the selector lever cable retainer and disconnect the cable from the bracket.

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6.

Remove the bolts and position the brake fluid reservoir aside.

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7.

Detach the selector lever cable from the retainers.

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8.

Remove the retainers and position the exhaust heat shield to the rear.

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9.

Detach the selector lever cable from the retainer.

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10.

Remove the floor console. Refer to: Floor Console .

11.

NOTE: Do not pull or pry on the selector lever cable or the selector lever cable end may be damaged. Use a screwdriver and turn the screwdriver as shown to pry the cable end off the post as close to the post as possible.

Using a screwdriver, pry the selector lever cable end from the selector lever.

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12.

Remove the bolt, unclip the selector lever retainer and disconnect the cable from the selector lever.

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13.

Remove the bolts and the instrument panel bracket.

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14.

Position the carpet aside and disconnect the HVAC hose.

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15.

Position the carpet aside and remove the selector lever cable grommet nuts.

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16.

Remove the selector lever cable.

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