SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tip:

  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.

PROCEDURE

  1. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

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  2. DISCONNECT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

    1. Move the shift lever to N.

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      Disconnect the end of the transmission control cable assembly from the shift lever assembly.

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      Pull out the stopper of the transmission control cable assembly.

      Table 1. Text in Illustration

      *1

      Stopper

      *2

      Nut
      Note:

      Do not remove the stopper. If the stopper is removed, reinstall it to its original position.

    4. Rotate the nut counterclockwise approximately 180° and, while holding the nut in that position, disconnect the transmission control cable assembly from the shift lever assembly.

      Note:

      Do not over-rotate the nut as it will come off the internal spring and the transmission control cable assembly will not be reusable.

  3. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY

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    1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.

    2. Detach the 2 clamps and disconnect the wire harness from the shift lever assembly.

    3. Remove the 4 nuts and shift lever assembly.