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Tools Required

J 41545  Park Neutral Position Switch Tool

  1. Shift the transaxle into the NEUTRAL position.
  2. Remove the shift control cable from the transaxle range switch lever.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Shift Control Cable To Transaxle Range Switch Lever
    GM893236Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the transaxle range switch lever nut and lever.
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Transaxle Range Switch Lever & Nut
    GM893829Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Loosen the transaxle range switch bolts.
  5. Insert the J 41545  as shown and rotate the switch until the tool drops into position.
    Fig 3: Identifying J 41545
    GM893833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTIC in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Tighten the transaxle range switch bolts.

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

  7. Remove the alignment tool.
  8. 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 4: Removing/Installing Transaxle Range Switch Lever & Nut
    GM893829Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: After adjusting the switch, verify that the engine only starts in PARK or Neutral. If the engine starts in any other position, adjust the switch.
  9. Install the shift control cable to the transaxle range switch lever and verify proper operation.
    Fig 5: Removing/Installing Shift Control Cable To Transaxle Range Switch Lever
    GM893236Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.