2006 XC70 Replacing rocker arm in shifter

[mightyjak]

The rocker arm in my shifter broke, allowing the shifter to swing freely between D and Manual (Geartronic transmission).I've gotten the trim plate off and removed the shifter knob and boot. I'm stopped and stumped at removing the shifter stop plate (see photo). I see that the u-shaped tabs are part of the underlying frame and suspect that the top should pop off, but I can't get it free. I've tried spreading the tabs with small screwdrivers, while pushing and pulling, but nothing budges. I've lubed the points penetrating oil, but nothing budges. I hate to take it to the shop for a $10 part, but I'm at my wit's end. See attached pic, which I borrowed from a similar thread with no answer. Does it come up, back, out or what?

There's a similar thread regarding the same issue in an S60, but no clear answer on how to get the plate up.
https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=32143&sid=a55b990d2dd336ce55893da52566e07f&mobile=desktop

[xHeart]

Look here for more https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=59272.

I am looking at my notes and post more shortly.

[xHeart]

- Place the shift in "D"
- The horseshoe like tab at each corner needs a drop of lube, use engine oil, then warm up each tab a little with hair dryer.
- Use a trim tool to pry the rectangle box from below, starting at driver-side front tab, passenger-side front, then the PS rear, and DS rear.
- lift it straight up, protect connected wires
- rotate the rectangle box clockwise in a manner of turning a lid on a jar, and set it on driver-side.
- you can now access the rocker.
- pay close attention when seating each spring.

[mightyjak]

Many thanks, xHeart! The hairdryer will help, no doubt. I'll get in there and try it again over the weekend.

[mightyjak]

Thanks again, xHeart! That did the trick.