Selector Lever Cable and Bracket: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the transmission shift cable from the steering column.
1. Disconnect the shift cable from the transmission column shift selector tube.
2. Disconnect the shift cable from the steering column bracket.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Shift Cable From Steering Column
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Push the rubber grommet and shift cable through the bulkhead.
Position the vehicle on hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the transmission shift cable from the automatic transmission.
1. Disconnect the shift cable from the manual control lever.
2. Remove the clip that keeps the lock tabs from being depressed.
3. Depress the lock tabs to release the shift cable and disconnect the shift cable from the shift cable bracket.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Transmission Shift Cable From Automatic Transmission
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the transmission shift cable bracket from the automatic transmission.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the transmission shift cable bracket.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Transmission Shift Cable Bracket From Automatic Transmission
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.