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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Actuator
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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement (Except Cadillac) or Knee Bolster Replacement (Cadillac) .
  3. Put the shift lever clevis into the neutral position.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  5. Using a small screwdriver, pry the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator away from the steering column jacket and the cable shift cam.
  6. Remove the shift lock control actuator.