Set shift lever to N position.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
Separate the control cable from the control shaft complete after remove the pin (A) and washer (B).
Remove the control shaft complete (A) after loosening the bolts.
Tightening torque :
9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
Removal is possible only on "N" position.