Selector Plate: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the selector mechanism.
1. Fifth and reverse gear selector rod.
2. Selector shaft.
3. Reverse gear selector lever.
4. Selector plate.
5. Fifth and reverse gear selector rod guide sleeve.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Selector Mechanism
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.