:	May 24, 2004

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: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands. Raise and support the vehicle.

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Remove the floor console upper trim panel.

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Remove the transfer case.

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Release the gearshift mounting bracket.   Remove the acoustic pad.   Release the gaiter.   Remove the 2 bolts.

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Release the gearshift rod.   Remove the clip.   Remove and discard the O-ring seals.

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Remove the gearshift mechanism.   Release the clip.   Release the pin.

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:   Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only. Remove the gearshift rod.   Remove the clip.   Remove and discard the O-ring seals.

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Remove the gaiter.   Release the gaiter from the gearshift lever ball socket.

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Remove the gearshift lever.   Release the gearshift lever ball socket from the steady rod.

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Remove the gearshift lever ball socket.   Remove the dust seal.   Remove the 2 clips.

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Install the gearshift lever ball socket.   Clean the components.   Lubricate the components.   Install the 2 clips.   Install the dust seal.

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Install the gearshift lever.   Secure the gearshift lever ball socket.

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Install the gearshift lever gaiter.   Install the gaiter to the gearshift lever and ball socket.

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Install the gearshift rod to the lever.   Clean the components.   Lubricate the components.   Install new O-ring seals.   Install the clip.

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Install the gearshift mechanism.   Clean the components.   Lubricate the components.   Install the pin.   Secure the clip.

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Install the gearshift rod.   Clean the components.   Lubricate the components.   Install new O-ring seals.   Install the clip.

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Install the gearshift mechanism mounting bracket.   Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).   Install the gearshift lever gaiter.   Install the acoustic pad.

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Install the transfer case.

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Install the floor console upper trim panel.