Automatic Transaxle Shift Control: Removal

2003 Hyundai Accent BaseSECTION Removal
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  1. Remove the rear console.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Console
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  2. Remove the front console.
    Fig 2: Removing Front Console
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  3. Remove the knob installation screws.
  4. Disconnect the overdrive switch connector, remove the 3 connector pins from connector with small driver, and then remove selector knob assembly.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Overdrive Switch Connector & Selector Knob Assembly
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  5. Disconnect the position indicator light connector.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Position Indicator Light Connector
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  6. Remove the shift lever indicator assembly.
    Fig 5: Removing Shift Lever Indicator Assembly
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  7. Remove the cotter pin.
    Fig 6: Removing Cotter Pin
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  8. Remove the clip from the shift lever side.
    Fig 7: Removing Clip From Shift Lever Side
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  9. Remove the bolt-washer assembly located on dash panel.
    Fig 8: Removing Bolt-Washer Assembly Located On Dash Panel
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  10. Remove the shift lever assembly.
  11. Remove the transaxle control cable assembly.
    Fig 9: Removing Transaxle Control Cable Assembly (1 Of 2)
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