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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Ion Red Line. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Shift the transmission to 4th gear.
  3. Remove the console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
    4. Fig 1: View Of Cable Retainer
    GM623628Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Lift up the cable retainers.
  5. Disconnect cable ends from the shift control assembly, noting the location for assembly.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Cable Ends & Shift Cable
    GM1381690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the cable ends (1) from the transmission shift levers, noting the location for assembly.
  7. Remove the shift cable (2) from the transmission cable bracket.
  8. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  9. Remove the shift cable attachment nut from the underbody.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Remove the left instrument panel closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  12. Position the drivers side front carpet aside. Refer to Floor Panel Carpet Replacement .
    13. Fig 3: Locating Floor Pan Grommet & Mounting Nuts
    GM867994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Separate the grommet (1) from the floor pan.
  14. Remove the cable from the vehicle by pulling the cables through the drivers floor opening.
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