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Shifter M/T: Service and Repair

Shift Lever Housing Replacement

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:
^ Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
^ Take care not to scratch the center console, dashboard, and related parts.

1. Remove the center console panel.
2. Remove the harness clamps.





3. Remove the cotter pin (A), the washer (B), and the bolts.





4. Remove the shift lever assembly (A) from the shift cable (B) and the select cable (C).





5. Unlock the retainer (A).





6. Rotate the socket holder retainer (B) counterclockwise (C) until it stops, and push the retainer lock (D) into the socket holder retainer to lock the retainer.
7. Slide the socket holder (E), and the shift cable (F) out of the shift cable bracket (G). Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable guide (H).
8. Align the socket holder (A) on the shift cables (B) with the slot in the bracket base (C), then slide the holder into the base. Install the shift cable ends (D) to the shift lever assembly (E) then install the shift lever assembly.

NOTE: When installing the shift cable (shift lever side), position the indent shape (F) to the upper side.





9. Install the bolts, the washer (A), and the cotter pin (B).

NOTE: You can install the cotter pin from either direction.





10. Install the harness clamps.





11. Install the center console panel.