Selector Lever Knob: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

MKX only

Using a suitable tool, remove the selector lever trim ring.

Fig 1: Locating Selector Lever Trim Ring
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All vehicles
Lift the armrest. Using a suitable tool, remove the center console trim cover.

Fig 2: Locating Center Console Trim Cover
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NOTE: Center console side trim cover removed for clarity.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission Control Switch Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) electrical connector.
Remove and discard the selector lever knob trim covers by carefully prying out on the bottom front corners, and then pry out on the top front corner and remove the covers.

Fig 4: Removing Selector Lever Knob Trim Covers
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NOTE: Inspect the knob body for damage. Install a new knob body if necessary.

Fig 5: Removing Selector Lever Knob Screws

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Remove and discard the 2 selector lever knob screws. Remove the selector lever knob while routing the TCS electrical connector harness out of the selector lever.