Warning! The car models covered in this manual are equipped with an additional security system (SRS). Before doing any work near the airbag unit, steering column or instrument panel, turn off the SRS to avoid injury if it is accidentally deployed (see chapter Onboard electrical equipment). SRS circuit wiring is easily identified by the yellow color of the insulation.
1. Remove the center console (see chapter Body).
2. Disconnect the shift cable from the lever assembly (see Section Removal, installation and adjustment of a cable of a gear change).
3. Turn out fixing screws and remove the plastic handle from the lever (there are two screws in total - on each side of the handle).
4. Remove the transmission position indicator panel.
5. Disconnect the control lamp [sensor-switch] of the transmission position.
6. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid valve.
7. Remove the four screws securing the arm base mounting bracket and remove the assembly.
8. Installation is carried out in the reverse order.