Cable, Shift: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Jeep Wrangler and 2015 Jeep Wrangler. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installation Shift Linkage

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NOTE:

Transfer Case may not engage or disengage Four Wheel Drive Mode if the transfer case shift cable end bushings are damaged.

Shift transfer case into N.
Raise vehicle.
Remove clip securing the transfer case shift cable (2) to the shift cable support bracket.
Disengage any additional shift cable routing clips, if necessary.
Disengage the shift cable from the transfer case manual lever.
If necessary remove end bushing from shift cable end.

Fig 2: Shift Lever
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Lower the vehicle.
Remove the floor console as necessary to access the shifter mechanism. Refer to CONSOLE, CENTER, REMOVAL .
Disengage the transfer case shift cable from the shift lever pin and body.
Disengage the shift cable grommet from the floor and remove the shift cable from the vehicle.
If necessary remove end bushing from shift cable end.