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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2010MARINER HYBRID, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1479 (MANUAL TRANSAXLE EXTERNAL CONTROLS)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONGEARSHIFT CABLESREMOVAL
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWD
Gearshift Cables: Removal
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
- Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
- Disconnect the gearshift cables from the transaxle shift control lever.
NOTE:
Carefully pry the retainer on the gearshift cables. Do not damage the gearshift cable retainers.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.