Gear Shift Control Lever and Cable Removal and Installation: Removal

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Removal
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  1. Remove console box. See CONSOLE BOX COMPONENTS .
  2. Disconnect cable ends (5) from pivot (6) of gear shift control lever assembly by removing clip.
  3. Disconnect gear shift and select control cables (1) from gear shift control lever assembly (2) while pulling quick joint (4) as shown in figure.
  4. Remove gear shift control lever assembly mounting nuts (3) and gear shift lever assembly from floor panel.
  5. Disconnect gear shift and select control cables from transaxle.
  6. Remove cable grommet bolt, and then remove gear shift and select control cables from floor panel.
    Fig 1: Identifying Gear Shift Control Lever And Cable Components
    G06868600Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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