Rotate the socket holder retainer (A) counterclockwise (B) until it stops, and push the retainer lock (C) into the socket holder retainer to lock the retainer.
Move the socket holder (A), then slide it to remove the shift cable (B) from the shift cable bracket (C). Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable guide (D).
Remove the shift lever 6P connector (A) from the shift lever bracket base.
Disconnect the shift lever 6P connector.
Remove the shift lever mounting bolts (B), then remove the shift lever assembly (C).