Removal
GEAR SHIFT CABLE / REMOVALNOTE: The crossover and selector cables are manufactured as a cable assembly and cannot be serviced individually.
Fig. 143 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation:
1. Pull up on gearshift knob with moderate force to remove from gearshift mechanism (Fig. 143).
Fig. 144 Gearshift Boot:
2. Remove shifter boot/bezel assembly from console by lifting up at mounting ring area (Fig. 144).
Fig. 145 Center Console Remova/Installation - Typical:
3. Remove the center console assembly as shown in (Fig. 145).
Fig. 146 Crossover Cable at Shifter Assembly:
4. Remove crossover cable retaining clip and disconnect from shift lever (Fig. 146).
Fig. 147 Selector Cable at Shifter Assembly:
5. Remove selector cable retaining clip and disconnect from shift lever (Fig. 147).
Fig. 146 Crossover Cable at Shifter Assembly:
6. Remove three grommet plate-to-floor pan attaching nuts (Fig. 146).
Fig. 148 Air Cleaner Assembly Removal/Installation:
7. Remove air cleaner assy (Fig. 148).
8. Disconnect battery cables.
Fig. 149 Battery Removal/Installation:
9. Remove battery hold-down clamp and battery (Fig. 149).
Fig. 150 Battery Tray Removal/Installation:
10. Remove battery tray (Fig. 150).
Fig. 151 Gear Shift Cables and Bracket at Transaxle:
11. Disconnect cables from the shift levers at the transaxle (Fig. 151).
CAUTION: Pry up with equal force on both sides of shifter cable isolator bushings to avoid damaging cable isolator bushings.
Fig. 151 Gear Shift Cables and Bracket at Transaxle:
12. Remove cable retaining clips and remove cables from bracket (Fig. 151).
13. Raise vehicle on hoist.
Fig. 152 Converter Heat Shield Removl/Installation:
14. Remove converter heat shield (Fig. 152).
Fig. 153 Shift Cable Assembly at Floor Pan:
15. Remove remaining grommet plate-to-floor pan screw (Fig. 153).
16. Remove cable assembly from vehicle.