Selector Lever Handle, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- 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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-- Insert the Wedge Set: T10383/2 -A- at the front on the left and right sides between the center console and shift cover as shown and carefully pry out the shift cover in direction of -arrows-.

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-- Disconnect the connector.

-- Cut the clamp -arrow- under the boot with a side cutter.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamp

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-- Pull the knob up without pressing the button.

NOTE:

Do not push the button once the handle has been removed otherwise it will not be possible to remove the handle again.