Automatic Transmission Shift Boot: Service and Repair

SHIFT BOOT

REMOVAL

Fig. 25:

1. Remove the shifter knob set screw and pull knob off of the shifter (Fig. 25).

NOTE: Do not use a trim stick or tool to remove transmission range indicator.

2. Remove transmission range indicator bezel by squeezing the sides slightly and lifting up until the locking tabs are free of the floor console. Refer to (Fig. 25) for pressure points.

Fig. 26:

3. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped, and remove the shift boot (Fig. 26).

INSTALLATION

Fig. 27:

1. Place shift boot into position (Fig. 27).
2. Connect transmission range indicator bezel wire connector on the underside of bezel.
3. Install transmission range indicator bezel by align alignment pins with holes in console. Apply a downward pressure until the locking tabs snap into position.

Fig. 28:

4. Install the shifter knob and tighten the set screw to 3 N.m (23 in.lbs.) (Fig. 28).