Shift Lever Removal

Shift Lever Removal
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS components locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.
1. Remove the steering column upper and lower covers.
2. Remove the instrument panel.
3. Shift the transmission into the [N] position.





4. Remove the cable and nut (A), then separate the shift cable (B) from the shift lever.
5. Rotate the socket holder (C) on the shift cable a quarter turn; the tab (D) on the socket holder will be in the opening (E) of the shift cable bracket (F). Then slide the holder to remove the shift cable from the shift cable bracket. Do not remove the shift cable by twisting the shift cable guide (G) and damper (H).





6. Remove the connector lock (A) front the immobilizer receiver unit 5P connector, then disconnect the 5P connector (B) and 7P connector (C) from the immobilizer receiver unit.





7. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (A) and park pin switch connector (B).
8. Remove the three bolts securing the shift lever assembly, remove the harness clamp (C), then remove the shift lever assembly (D).