1999 auto trans shift handle removal

[Red Octopus]

I've searched and can't find nor confirm that the "jerk & pull" method works to remove a 1999 XJ auto trans 'T" shift handle - lots of other years are mentioned but I have not spotted any 1999 comments.

The reason I'm wanting to remove it is some of the bits having to do with the gear indicator are loose and need fixin'. They look like they were pinned (plastic) together and I want to tap 'n drill (I mean drill 'n tap) 'em back together.

Boy is my face RED - Now I found it, the thread showed up in box under my post. It was from several years ago.