Removal (from 07/2011)

U340E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE: SHIFT LEVER (for Hatchback): REMOVAL

1. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Turn the shift lever knob counterclockwise and remove the shift lever knob sub-assembly from the shift lever assembly.





2. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY

Removal (from 07/2011)

3. DISCONNECT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY

(a) Move the shift lever to N.

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





(c) Rotate the nut counterclockwise approximately 180°, and while supporting the nut, separate the transmission control cable assembly from the shift lever retainer.





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NOTICE:
Do not rotate the nut excessively. If the nut is rotated too far, the internal spring will be damaged and the transmission control cable assembly will be unusable.

4. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors from the shift lever assembly.





(b) Disengage the 3 clamps and separate the wire harness from the shift lever assembly.

(c) Remove the 4 bolts and the shift lever assembly.