Selector Lever: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Place the floor shift selector lever in the (D) position.

Fig 1: Locating Floor Shift Selector Lever In (D) Position
Gently pry up to remove the upper shift lever trim ring.

Fig 2: Identifying Upper Shift Lever Trim Ring

NOTE: It may be necessary to apply the parking brake in order to remove the top finish panel.

NOTE: If necessary, disconnect the electrical connector from the finish panel.

Fig 3: Locating Top Finish Panel

Remove the top finish panel.
Remove the shift cable from the gearshift assembly.
1. Disconnect the shift cable end from the gearshift lever.
2. Remove the shift cable from the bracket.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Shift Cable End & Gearshift Assembly
Remove the shifter.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the 4 bolts and remove the shifter.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Electrical Connector And Shifter Bolts