[covinsky]

Here are some pictures of my shifter removal and replace after letting the shifter drink some diet dr. pepper (just a couple a drops, so be carefull, this is not a cheap fix). Thanks to all who contribute to this forum as the information I found here enabled me to diagnose the problem and also how to fix the nightmare. I wanted to post some pictures and relay some things I found out. The entire console does have to removed to remove the shifter as the 2 rear allen bolts are covered by an air duct. The very rear panel of console just pops out as well as the rear air vents and air duct, you will notice 2 small phillips screws in back of console once the rear air vent duct is removed. Once the 2 small screws are removed, the black plastic piece which contains wires in the lower center console can be pushed toward front of car to access two gold colored phillips screws securing the console to the floor. The console can be laid upright (not removed entirely) in order to finish removing air duct that covers the allen bolts securing shifter. The most difficult part is removing the clip that secures the linkage to trans., and also reinstalling it is alot of fun! I heard rumors of having to reflash the car (only at dealer) so it would run, not true plug and play. I did have to enter the radio code and resyncronize windows, seats, sunroof, etc. (refer to owners manual - easy). Part cost $392 + tax, I've read here some have spent $1000 at dealer to replace, well worth the savings! Hope this helps someone else, Chris.