Selector Lever Cable - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in N, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
Disconnect the selector lever cable from the transmission manual lever.

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Remove the selector lever cable clip bolt.

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Disconnect the selector lever cable from the transmission. Remove the clip from the selector lever cable.

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Remove the nuts and position the heat shield aside.

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Remove the grommet nuts.

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Remove the floor console. Refer to: Floor Console .
NOTE: Do not pull or pry on the selector lever cable or the selector lever cable end may be damaged. Use a screwdriver and turn the screwdriver as shown to pry the cable end off the post as close to the post as possible.

Using a screwdriver, pry the selector lever cable end from the selector lever mechanism.

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Remove the selector lever cable retaining clip bolt.

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Disconnect the selector lever cable clip and the selector lever cable from the selector lever.

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Position the carpet aside.

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NOTE: If necessary, use a screwdriver to pry the grommet out of the floor pan past the HVAC housing.

Remove the selector lever cable.

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