Shift Panel Removal/Installation

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Remove the shift knob. (MTX). See MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Pull the shift panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and remove it while detaching the hooks.
ATX

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Shift Panel (ATX)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

MTX

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Shift Panel (MTX)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.