Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001 Service Manual Supplement page 1194

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
(12) Install center console assembly (Fig. 12). Ver-
ify that boot is not pinched at console opening before
tightening.
(13) Position gearshift boot (Fig. 11) over the gear-
shift mechanism and engage tab on mount ring at
front to opening in console. Apply hand pressure to
engage bosses on mount ring of boot to console open-
ing slots.
(14) Position gearshift knob hole over the gearshift
mechanism (Fig. 10) and align the shift pattern.
(15) Strike knob with rubber mallet to engage
knob to mechanism.
(16) Verify that shift pattern is aligned properly.
(17) Install battery tray (Fig. 17).
(18) Install battery and hold-down clamp (Fig. 16).
(19) Install the air cleaner assembly (Fig. 15).
(20) Connect battery cables.
GEARSHIFT MECHANISM REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL
(1) Pull up on gearshift knob with moderate force
to remove from gearshift mechanism (Fig. 23).
Fig. 23 Gearshift Knob Removal/Installation
1 – GEARSHIFT KNOB
(2) Remove shifter boot/bezel assembly from con-
sole by lifting up at mounting ring area (Fig. 24).
Fig. 24 Gearshift Boot Removal/Installation
1 – GEARSHIFT BOOT
(3) Remove the center console assembly as shown
in (Fig. 25). Remove rear power window switch (if
equipped) and disconnect harness from console.
Fig. 25 Center Console Removal/Installation—
1 – CENTER CONSOLE
TRANSAXLE
Typical
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