Selector Lever Handle: Removing

-- Move the selector lever into the "D" position.

It is not necessary to pull out the button -arrow- manually. The button locks in the installed position by itself when the handle is removed.

Fig 1: Handle With Button In Front

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-- Remove the cover.

-- Disconnect the connector.

-- Pull the plastic part under the handle up in the -direction of the arrow- and unlock the handle.

Fig 2: Disengaging Knob

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Handle and Clamp 

Fig 3: Clamp Under Boot

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-- Cut the clamp -arrow- under the boot with side cutters.

Continuation for All 

-- Pull the handle up without pressing the button.