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Removal Procedure

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  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Shift the transmission to neutral (N).
  3. Remove the console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement
  4. Fig 1: Identifying Shift Cable Retainers
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  5. Lift up the cable retainers.
  6. Disconnect cable ends from the shift control assembly, noting the location for assembly.
  7. Fig 2: View Of Shift Cables, Cable Connections & Shift Cable Bracket
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  8. Disconnect the cable ends from the transmission shift levers, noting the location for assembly.
  9. Remove the shift cable from the transmission cable bracket.
  10. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  11. Remove the shift cable attachment nut from the underbody.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Remove the left instrument panel closeout panel. Refer to Front Floor Console Extension Replacement - Side
  14. Position the drivers side front carpet aside. Refer to Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
  15. Fig 3: Locating Floor Pan Grommet & Mounting Nuts
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  16. Separate the grommet (1) from the floor pan.
  17. Remove the cable from the vehicle by pulling the cables through the drivers floor opening.