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Installation Procedure (Using New Switch)

  1. Make sure the transaxle manual shaft is in the Neutral position.
  2. Align the flats on the transaxle shift shaft with the flats on the transaxle range switch and install the switch.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTIC in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Tighten the transaxle range switch bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the range switch bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Locating Transaxle Range Switch Bolts
    GM893832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTIC in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the transaxle range switch lever and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the transaxle range switch lever retaining nut to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Transaxle Range Switch Lever & Nut
    GM893829Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: After adjusting the switch, verify the engine only starts in Park or Neutral. If the engine starts in any other position, adjust the switch.
  5. Install the shift control cable to transaxle range switch lever and verify proper operation.
    Fig 3: Identifying Automatic Transmission Cable & Selector Lever
    GM893831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.