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Selector Lever Cable: Removal

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  1. Remove the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  2. Remove the Restraints Control Module (RCM). For additional information, refer to REMOVAL .
  3. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  4. Disconnect the selector lever cable end from the manual control lever.
    NOTE: Aisin AW21 shown in illustration, 6F35 similar.
    Fig 1: Locating Selector Lever Cable
    G06275663Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Release the 2 tabs and remove the selector lever cable from the selector lever cable bracket.
    NOTE: Aisin AW21 shown in illustration, 6F35 similar.
    Fig 2: Locating Selector Lever Cable Tabs
    G06275664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the 2 wiring harness fasteners and position the RCM  wiring harness aside.
    Fig 3: Locating Wiring Harness Fasteners
    G06275665Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Position the insulation blanket away from the bulkhead to gain access to the 2 selector lever cable bracket nuts.
    Fig 4: Positioning Insulation Blanket Away From Bulkhead To Gain Access
    G06275666Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the 2 selector lever cable grommet nuts and remove the selector lever cable through the interior of the vehicle.
    Fig 5: Locating Selector Lever Cable Grommet Nuts
    G06275667Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.