Removal & Installation (Sable & Taurus)

Using a flat-blade screwdriver, unsnap front portion of beverage holder and remove from console. Move gearshift lever to "1" position. Open ashtray and pull on top finish panel to remove. Disconnect electrical connectors. Remove 2 screws securing console compartment to console and remove compartment.
Remove 2 screws securing center console to lower instrument panel. Pull carpet back covering inner kick panels and disconnect panel clips from bracket. Remove 6 bolts retaining center console panel to floor mounting brackets and remove center console.
Disconnect transmission shift cable from range selector lever and selector lever housing. Disconnect shift interlock cable from range selector lever and selector lever housing. Remove 4 nuts securing gearshift lever assembly to floor and remove assembly.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .