Repair procedures: Removal

Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to "INTERIOR " in BD group.)
Disconnect sports mode connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Sports Mode Connector
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Remove the control cable (A).

Fig 2: Removing Control Cable
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Loosen the mounting nut (A) and shift lock cable from the shift lock cam (B).
Tightening torque:

9.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)

Fig 3: Identifying Mounting Nut And Shift Lock Cam
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Remove the shift lever assembly (A) by removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

8.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (0.9 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)

Fig 4: Identifying Shift Lever Assembly
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- When installing, set room side lever and T/M side lever to N position.
- Adjust the shift lock cable after installing. (Refer to "SHIFT LOCK CABLE (ADJUST) " in this group)