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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the shift control knob/ boot assembly. Refer to Transmission Control Lever Knob Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 834525  Size: SH
  3. Remove the sound insulator foam block from the console.

  4. Object Number: 834524  Size: SH
  5. Remove the electrical connector (1) from the shift control adaptor plate (2).
  6. Position the electrical connector (1) out of the way.

  7. Object Number: 834521  Size: SH
  8. Remove the 2 bolts (2) attaching the shift control assembly to the shift control adaptor plate.
  9. Remove the 4 nuts (1) securing the shift control adaptor plate to the tunnel reinforcement.

  10. Object Number: 834523  Size: SH
  11. Remove the shift control boot and adaptor plate assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 834523  Size: SH
  1. Install the shift control boot and adaptor plate assembly to the vehicle.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 834521  Size: SH
  3. Install the 4 nuts (1) securing the shift control adaptor plate to the tunnel reinforcement and tighten the nuts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).
  4. Lift up on the shift control lever to bring the shift control assembly in contact with the shift control adaptor plate.
  5. Install the 2 bolts (2) securing the shift control assembly to the shift control adaptor plate and tighten the bolts to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  6. Object Number: 834524  Size: SH
  7. Install the electrical connector (1) to the shift control adaptor plate (2).

  8. Object Number: 834525  Size: SH
  9. Install the sound insulator foam block into the console.
  10. Install the shift control knob/ boot assembly. Refer to Transmission Control Lever Knob Replacement.