SHIFTER, Transmission: Removal: Shifter

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Shifter Bezel Trim Ring

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Using trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, remove the console bezel trim ring (1).

Fig 2: Console Bezel Rubber Insert
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Remove the rubber insert (1) from the console bezel.

Fig 3: Console Bezel Fasteners
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Remove the fasteners (1) at the front of the console bezel.

Fig 4: Console Bezel
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Using trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, remove console bezel (1).

Fig 5: Center Storage Tray Fasteners
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Remove the rubber liners from the center storage tray and cup holders in the console PRNDL bezel, and remove the fasteners (1).

Fig 6: Power Outlet & Shifter Harness Connectors
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Disconnect the power outlet harness connector (1) and the shifter harness connector (2).
Place the shifter in park.

Fig 7: Shifter Assembly & Fasteners
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Remove the fasteners (1), and position the shifter assembly (2) so the cable end is accessible.

Fig 8: Shift Cable Retainer
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Disconnect the shift cable retainer (2) from the bracket.
Disconnect the shifter cable end (1) from the shifter lever.
Remove the shifter assembly.