Getrag 288 - Manual Transaxle
Fig. 168 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation:
GEAR SHIFT MECHANISM / REMOVAL
1. Pull up on gearshift knob with moderate force to remove from gearshift mechanism (Fig. 168).
Fig. 169 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation:
2. Remove shifter boot/bezel assembly from console by lifting up at mounting ring area (Fig. 169).
Fig. 170 Center Console Removal/Installation - Typical:
3. Remove the center console assembly as shown in (Fig. 170). Remove rear power window switch (if equipped) and disconnect harness from console.
Fig. 171 Crossover Cable at Shifter Assembly:
4. Remove crossover cable retaining clip and disconnect from shift lever (Fig. 171).
Fig. 172 Selector Cable at Shifter Assembly:
5. Remove selector cable retaining clip and disconnect from shift lever (Fig. 172).
Fig. 173 Shifter Assy. Removal/Installation:
6. Remove four shifter assy.-to-floor pan nuts and remove shifter from vehicle (Fig. 173).
Fig. 173 Shifter Assy. Removal/Installation:
INSTALLATION
1. Install shifter assy. to floor pan (Fig. 173). Install and tighten four nuts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 172 Selector Cable at Shifter Assembly:
2. Install selector cable to shifter lever and secure cable to shifter bracket. Install clip (Fig. 172).
Fig. 171 Crossover Cable at Shifter Assembly:
3. Install crossover cable to shifter lever and secure cable to shifter bracket. Install clip (Fig. 171).
NOTE: Only the crossover cable is adjustable. The selector cable does not have any adjustment capabilities.
4. Adjust crossover cable. (Refer to MANUAL TRANSMISSION/GEAR SHIFT CABLE - ADJUSTMENTS)
Fig. 170 Center Console Removal/Installation - Typical:
5. Install center console assembly (Fig. 170). Install rear power window switch (if equipped) and fasten harness to console.
Fig. 169 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation:
6. Position gearshift boot (Fig. 169) over the gearshift mechanism and engage tab on mount ring at front to opening in console. Apply hand pressure to engage bosses on mount ring of boot to console opening slots.
Fig. 168 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation:
7. Position gearshift knob hole over the gearshift mechanism (Fig. 168) and align the shift pattern.
8. Strike knob with rubber mallet to engage knob to mechanism.
9. Verify that shift pattern is aligned properly.