Shift Lever Removal

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Shift Lever Removal
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  1. Shift the transmission into the R position.
  2. Remove the console panel and center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Remove the nut securing the shift cable end (A), then separate the end from the shift lever assembly.
    Fig 1: Removing Shift Cable End
    G03640463Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Rotate the socket holder (A) on the shift cable (B) counterclockwise a quarter turn, then slide the holder to remove the shift cable from the shift lever bracket base (C).
    NOTE: Do not remove the shift cable by twisting the shift cable guide (D) and damper (E).
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