MDX V6-3.7L (2007)
Shift Cable: Service and Repair
Shift Cable Replacement
1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is supported securely.
2. Remove passenger's center console trim.
3. Remove the beverage holder inner case.
4. Shift the transmission into the R position.
5. Remove the nut securing the shift cable end.
6. Press the holder lock release (A) and pull out the socket holder (B) to remove the shift cable (C) from the shift lever bracket base (D).
7. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
8. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery, then disconnect the positive terminal.
9. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery cover, battery, and battery tray.
10. Remove the under-hood subfuse box from its bracket, and remove the bracket from the battery base.
11. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing.
12. Remove the battery base and battery base bracket.
13. Remove the nuts securing the shift cable bracket (A).