For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Apply the parking brake.
- Rotate the key to the RUN position, however do NOT start the vehicle.
- Move the shift control lever rearward to one of the low gear positions.
- For the leather trim knob only, carefully insert a small flat bladed tool between the trim ring (2) and the shift knob (1). Apply careful downward pressure to the shift knob trim ring to separate the trim ring from the shift knob. The trim ring will drop down approximately 13.0 mm (0.5 in) exposing the shift knob retaining screw.
- Loosen the shift control knob screw (1) approximately 4-5 turns. It is not necessary to fully remove the screw from the shift control knob.
- Remove the shift control knob (2) from the shift control lever (1).
Installation Procedure
- Install the shift control knob (2) to the shift control lever (1).
- Install the control knob screw (1) if previously removed and tighten to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).
- For the leather trim knob only, lift the shift control knob trim ring (1) up to the shift control knob until a click sound is heard indicating the trim ring is secured to the shift knob.
- Check for proper operation of the shift knob button through all gear ranges.
- Place the shift control lever in the PARK position.
- Rotate the key to the off position.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
