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Shift Lever Replacement

Shift Lever Replacement
Removal Procedure





1. Remove the shift lever from the shift tower.
2. Do not remove the shift lever adjusting nut.





3. Remove 4 plastic retainer plugs securing the shift boot retainer to the shift boot.
4. Remove 8 screws securing the shift boot and insulator to the floor panel.
5. Remove the retainer and shift boot from the shift lever.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the retainer and shift boot onto the shift lever.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install 8 screws securing the shift boot and insulator to the floor panel.
^ Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 inch lbs.).
3. Install 4 plastic retainer plugs securing the shift boot retainer to the shift boot.





4. Install the shift lever to the shift tower. If required, use the shift lever adjusting nut to center the shift lever.
^ Tighten the shift lever nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).