Repair Procedures: Removal

Remove the knob & boots (A) by pulling it in the direction of arrow after removing the boots from the console upper cover.

Fig 1: Removing Knob & Boots
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Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Remove the shift cable (A) from the bracket after loosening a nut (B).

Fig 2: Locating Shift Cable And Nut
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Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ")
Remove the rear heating joint duct (A).

Fig 3: Locating Rear Heating Joint Duct
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Remove the shift cable (A) from the shift lever assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Shift Cable From Shift Lever Assembly
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Remove the shift cable retainer (A) after loosening the nuts. Then, remove the shift cable by pulling it toward the vehicle interior.

Fig 5: Locating Shift Cable Retainer
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