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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the automatic shift lock control actuator onto the steering column ball studs.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the automatic shift lock control actuator.
  3. Install the shift lever actuator. Refer to LINEAR SHIFT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT  .  Place the column in the neutral position.
    Fig 1: Installing Automatic Shift Lock Control Actuator Onto Steering Column Ball Studs
    G01533783Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Adjust the automatic shift lock control actuator.
    • Pull out the tab (1) on the adjuster block side (2) of the actuator.
    • Press on the adjuster block (2) in order to compress the internal adjuster spring and disengage the adjuster teeth. Slide the adjuster block as far away from the actuator as possible.
    • Lock in place by pushing in on the tab (1).
  5. Inspect the actuator.
    • The actuator must lock the shift lever clevis when you place the clevis in the park position.
    • If you can move the shift lever without pressing on the brake pedal, readjust the actuator.
  6. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT  in Steering Wheel and Column.
  7. Install the knee bolster.
    Fig 2: Pulling Out Tab On Adjuster Block Side Of Actuator
    G01533784Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.