Removal and Installation

Fig 1: Transmission Selector Lever Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Place the range selector lever in the D5 position.
Remove the center console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
Remove the handle and cover.
1. Slide the cover down.
2. Remove the 2 screws.
3. Remove the handle and the cover.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Handle, Cover And Screws
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Move the shifter bezel aside.

Fig 3: Locating Shifter Bezel
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Remove the PRNDL indicator bulb from the electrical connector.

Fig 4: Locating PRNDL Indicator Bulb Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the cable from the lever.
1. Remove the shift interlock cable from the bracket.
2. Disconnect the cable from the lever.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Lever Cable And Shift Interlock Cable
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Disconnect the transmission shift cable from the shifter assembly.

Fig 6: Locating Transmission Shift Cable
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Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the shifter assembly.

Fig 7: Locating Electrical Connectors
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Remove the 4 screws from the shift lever assembly base.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
  
  Fig 8: Locating Shift Lever Assembly Base Screws
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NOTE: A selector lever cable adjustment must be carried out after installation. For additional information, refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT .

To install, reverse the removal procedure.