Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Shift Cables, Cable Connections & Shift Cable Bracket

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Using the J 36346 or equivalent, disconnect the shift cable ends from the transaxle by prying on both sides with even pressure.
Disconnect the shift cables from the shift cable bracket. Discard the shift cable retaining clips.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the wheel.
Remove the left inner splash shield.

Fig 2: View Of Shifter Guide Bolt

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Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
Remove the shifter guide bolt.

Fig 3: View Of Shifter And Retaining Bolts

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Remove the shifter retaining bolts.
Remove the shifter.