Gearshift Lever: Removal
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- With the vehicle in N, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Rotate the gearshift knob counterclockwise and remove the gearshift knob.
- Using an interior trim remover, release the gearshift lever boot from the floor console starting at the front sides and moving rearward. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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multimedia:A supplement to the article is available. - Release the retainers and remove the gearshift lever boot.
- Remove the driveshaft. Refer to: Driveshaft .
- Support the crossmember with a wood block and a jack stand, remove the crossmember bolts and lower the transmission. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
- Remove the gearshift lever nuts.
- Remove the gearshift lever assembly.
- Remove the gearshift lever-to-transmission bolt.
- Remove the gearshift lever bolt.
- Remove the gearshift lever assembly from the transmission by pulling towards the rear of the vehicle.