1. Remove the rear section top panel and rear heater control panel (see subsection 4.10).
2. On all-wheel drive vehicles without a front gear selector (2) Remove the transfer case lever handle. On vehicles with a front gear selector, unscrew the screw and remove the transfer case lever handle. Remove the front section top panel. On vehicles with a front gear selector (1) disconnect the selector connector. Disconnect the 2 latches, unscrew the screws and remove the front section box.
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. Unscrew the nut and remove the washer, disconnect the stem from the lever.
5. Disconnect the connector, unscrew the bolts and remove the lever.
6. Assembly is carried out in the reverse order. Tighten the stem nut to the specified torque.