how to get the shift handle off of auto?????

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Mar 15, 2004 | 08:56 PM

redbandit98

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how to get the shift handle off of auto?????

Hey guys, i am needing to remove my "t" handle shifter on my auto so i can remove the console to run some wires. I cannot for the life of me get the damn handle off. There is a notch in the front of the shifter..directly in the front so its facing at the radio.. i tried to stick a falthead in there and pull thinking that maybee that was the release but i guess not. There are no "plugs" that cover any set screws on the handle that i can see..Please help

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Matt

Mar 15, 2004 | 09:07 PM

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I used a flathead also, but it was one of the eye glass screwdriver type, I just popped it out enough and then I grabbed it with some needle nose pliers and took it out. You are on the right track, just try a smaller type flathead.

Mar 15, 2004 | 09:14 PM

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thanks ill go bust out my jewlers set

Mar 15, 2004 | 10:14 PM

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thats pretty much it, use a pick pull the retaing clip out of the handle and handle lifts right off. verrrryyyyy easy

Mar 15, 2004 | 10:42 PM

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Yep, mines fairly easy. It is a U shapped pin, with the forks going into the handle. Just slide somthing in their and grab it with pliers. I might be in there good since you have never removed it before.

Mar 15, 2004 | 11:39 PM

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thanks eveybody i got it out with no problem.

Apr 9, 2004 | 01:55 PM

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I'm having the same problem with my Camaro's handle, I bought a Trans AM T handle to replace it. I've got a very small flat head, a set of pliers but for the life of me, tried for 1 hour and some odd mintues to get it out. Any other suggestions?