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Manual Transaxle Shift Controls: Removal

  1. Remove the console assembly.
  2. Remove the self locking pin and clips (shift lever side).
  3. Remove the shift lever assembly.
  4. Remove the retainer and bolts.
  5. Remove the snap pin and clips (Transaxle side).
    Fig 1: Removing The Snap Pin And Clips
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  6. Remove the shift cable and select cable.