Removal [11/2017 - ]: Procedure

REMOVE SHIFT LEVER CAP

Using a screwdriver, disengage the 2 claws as shown in the illustration and remove the shift lever cap from the shift position indicator.

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*a	Protective Tape

NOTE:

Do not damage the shift lever cap and shift position indicator.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY (TWC: Rear Catalyst)
- for 8AR-FTS:
  Refer to REMOVAL [10/2015 - ]
- for 2GR-FKS:
  Refer to REMOVAL [11/2017 - ]
REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 FLOOR HEAT INSULATOR
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

DISCONNECT FLOOR SHIFT GEAR SHIFTING ROD SUB-ASSEMBLY

Remove the nut and disconnect the floor shift gear shifting rod sub-assembly from the lever of the transmission floor shift assembly.

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Lever

REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2014 - 10/2018] , or refer to REMOVAL [10/2018 - ]

REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX DUCT

Disengage the clamp to disconnect the wire harness from the No. 1 console box duct.

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Remove the 2 clips and No. 1 console box duct.

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REMOVE TRANSMISSION FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY

Disconnect the shift lock control ECU connector.

Disengage the 4 clamps to disconnect the wire harness from the transmission floor shift assembly.

Disconnect the transmission control switch connector.

Remove the 4 bolts and transmission floor shift assembly from the vehicle body.