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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Move the shift lever to "N" range.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air duct.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  3. Remove the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  4. Remove the shift cable (A) from the bracket after loosening a nut (B).
    Fig 1: Removing Shift Cable
    G11823758Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the knob & boots (A) by pulling the direction of arrow after removing the boots from the console upper cover.
    Fig 2: Removing Knob And Boots
    G11823759Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  7. Remove the shift cable after snap pin (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Shift Cable
    G11823760Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the shift cable retainer (A) after loosening the nuts. Then, remove the shift cable by pulling it toward the vehicle interior.
Fig 4: Removing Shift Cable Retainer
G11823761Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.