Selector Lever Handle, Removing And Installing: Removing

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

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

Fig 1: Handle With Button In Front

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-- Open the storage compartment door.

-- Grab under the shift cover by hand and by pulling upward unclip the cover.

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-- Disconnect the connector.

-- Cut the clip -arrow- under the boot using a side cutter.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamp

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-- Remove the handle upward without pressing the button.