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Selector Lever: Removal

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the center console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
  3. Disconnect the selector lever cable end from the selector lever.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Selector Lever Cable End From Selector Lever
    G03991979Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Depress the tab on the shift cable connector and lift up on the shift cable to remove it from the housing.
    Fig 2: Identifying Tab On Selector Lever Cable Connector
    G03991980Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connector
    G03992008Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the wire harness from the shifter in 3 locations.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Wire Harness From Shifter In Locations
    G03992009Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the RH plastic retaining clip for the carpet.
    Fig 5: Removing RH Plastic Retaining Clip For Carpet
    G03992010Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the LH plastic retaining clip for the carpet.
    Fig 6: Removing LH Plastic Retaining Clip For Carpet
    G03992011Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the 2 front shifter bolts.
    Fig 7: Removing Front Shifter Bolts
    G03992012Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the 2 rear shifter bolts and the shifter from the vehicle.
    Fig 8: Removing Rear Shifter Bolts And Shifter From Vehicle
    G03992013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.