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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Flat-Head 6-Lobed Socket Tap Screws & Linear Shift Assembly
    GM324916Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the linear shift assembly to the steering column.
    2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    NOTE:

    Start all linear shift assembly bolts by hand before finalizing any torques.

  2. Install the linear shift assembly bolts and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Park Lock Cable At Ignition Lock Cylinder
    GM324874Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Connect the park lock cable (1) to the ignition lock cylinder case.
    • The ignition lock cylinder should be in the OFF-LOCK position.
    • The locking tab at the end of the park lock cable (1) must be installed into the ignition lock cylinder case completely.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Actuator
    GM324906Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Install the automatic transmission shift lock control.
  5. Install the shift lever and put the column in the NEUTRAL position. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement .
    6. Fig 4: Adjusting Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Actuator
    GM324912Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Adjust the automatic transmission shift lock control.
    1. Pull the tab (1) out on the block side (2) of the automatic transmission shift lock control.
    2. Press on the adjuster block (2) to compress the internal adjuster spring to disengage the adjuster teeth. Slide the adjuster block as far away from the solenoid as possible.
    3. Lock in place by pushing the tab (1) back in.
  7. Inspect the automatic transmission shift lock control.
    1. The automatic transmission shift lock control must lock the shift lever when it is put into the PARK position.
    2. When the column is installed in the vehicle you will not be able to move the shift lever out of the PARK position without pressing on the brake pedal. The solenoid will be energized.
    3. Readjust if needed.
  8. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement .
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