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Selector Lever Cable: Removal

  1. With the vehicle in N, position it on a hoist.

    Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview

  2. Remove the retainers and the engine undershield.
    GFD223229Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Disconnect the selector lever cable from the transmission manual control lever.
    GFD223882Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Remove the air cleaner.

    Refer to: Air Cleaner

  5. Remove the bolt, unclip the selector lever cable retainer and disconnect the cable from the bracket.
    GFD223892Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Remove the bolts and position the brake fluid reservoir aside.
    GFD223086Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Detach the selector lever cable from the retainers.
    GFD223893Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Remove the retainers and position the exhaust heat shield to the rear.
    GFD223894Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Detach the selector lever cable from the retainer.
    GFD223895Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Remove the floor console.

    Refer to: Floor Console

  11. NOTE: Do not pull or pry on the selector lever cable or the selector lever cable end may be damaged. Use a screwdriver and turn the screwdriver as shown in illustration to pry the cable end off the post as close to the post as possible.
  12. Using a screwdriver, pry the selector lever cable end from the selector lever.
    GFD223896Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Remove the bolt, unclip the selector lever retainer and disconnect the cable from the selector lever.
    GFD223897Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Remove the bolts and the instrument panel bracket.
    GFD223898Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Position the carpet aside and disconnect the HVAC hose.
    GFD223899Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Position the carpet aside and remove the selector lever cable grommet nuts.
    GFD223900Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove the selector lever cable.
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