Get the PRND2 Plate loose, twist it afterwards, undo the nut at the bottom of the shaft of the shifter, then unscrew it and pop it out.

Thats what I had to do on my 300CE..

Alon

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'92 300CE - Sold
2004 C240 - 744 - C7 Wheels - Android Radio
2002 C320 - 816 - Sport Wagon