Installation Procedure

Install the automatic transmission shift lock control to the steering column jacket assembly.

Fig 1: Installing Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control To Steering Column Jacket Assembly
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Adjust the automatic transmission shift lock control:
1. Install the shift lever if not present.
2. Pull the tab (1) out on the block (2) side of the automatic transmission shift lock control.
3. Shift the column into the NEUTRAL position.
4. Press on the adjuster block (2) to compress the internal adjuster spring to disengage the adjuster teeth. Slide the adjuster block (2) as far away from the solenoid as possible.
5. Shift the column into NEUTRAL.
6. Lock in place by pushing the tab (1) back in.
Inspect the automatic transmission shift lock control:
1. The automatic transmission shift lock control must lock the gear 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 shift the gear shift lever out of the PARK position without pressing on the brake pedal. The solenoid will be energized.
3. Readjust if needed.
Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM Zone 3 in General Motors Corp. - Air Bag Restraint Systems article.

Fig 2: Identifying Tab & Adjuster Block Of Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Solenoid

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