Repair Procedures: Removal

Shift the gear to "N".
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Remove the shift cable (A) from the bracket after loosening a nut (B).

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

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Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the shift cable from the shift lever pin after removing the snap pin (A).

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Remove the cable socket (A) from the shift lever.

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Remove the shift cable retainer (A) after loosening the nuts (B).
Then, remove the shift cable by pulling it toward the vehicle interior.

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