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Selector Lever Knob: Installation

  1. Install the knob bezel into the bottom of the shift knob until the retainer snaps in place.
    Fig 1: Installing Knob Bezel Into Bottom Of Shift Knob
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  2. Install the horseshoe clip in the shift knob.
    Fig 2: Installing Horseshoe Clip In Shift Knob
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  3. Verify the horseshoe clip is fully seated.
  4. Position the wires to the front of the shift knob for clearance and extend the release button.
    Fig 3: Extending Release Button
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  5. With the spring inserted in the shift rod pocket, position the knob on the shift rod.
    Fig 4: Positioning Knob On Shift Rod
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  6. Install the knob screw.
    Fig 5: Installing Knob Screw
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  7. Position the wires through the knob shroud and through the front of the boot.
    Fig 6: Positioning Wires Through Knob Shroud And Through Front Of Boot
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  8. Wrap the wires around the lever 2 times from left to right.
    Fig 7: Wrapping Wires Around Lever
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  9. Connect the electrical connector and position it in the wiper switch pocket.
    Fig 8: Connecting Electrical Connector And Position It In Wiper Switch Pocket
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  10. Pull up on the knob shroud and boot until the retainers are seated.
    Fig 9: Pulling Up On Knob Shroud And Boot
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  11. Strike the top of the knob bezel with the palm of your hand to seat the bezel in the knob.
    Fig 10: Seating Bezel In Knob
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  12. Install the transmission selector lever assembly. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER .