Remove the shift knob.

Remove the console.

Remove the cable mounting bolts of the lower dash board.

Remove the cotter pin of the shift cable.

Remove the cotter pin of the selector cable.

Remove the clip of the shift cable and the selector cable.

Remove the shift lever assembly.

Check the select cable for proper operation and for damage.

Check the shift cable for proper operation and for damage.

Check the boot for damage.

Check each bushing for wear, abrasion, sticking, restricted movement or damage.

Check for a weak or damaged spring.