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Installation Procedure

    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: Do NOT remove the tape on the park lock cable. If so, the linear shift assembly MUST be replaced.
    Fig 1: Flat-Head 6-Lobed Socket Tap Screws & Linear Shift Assembly
    GM324916Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the linear shift assembly and secure by using 3 flat-head 6-lobed socket tap screws.

    The linear shift assembly must be out of the PARK position to install the lower socket tap screw.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    2. Fig 2: Identifying Park Lock Cable At Ignition Lock Cylinder
    GM324874Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Connect the park lock cable assembly (1) into the ignition lock cylinder case.
    • The lock cylinder should be in the OFF-LOCK position.
    • The locking tab at the end of the park lock cable assembly (1) must be installed into the ignition lock cylinder case.
    3. Fig 3: View Of Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Actuator
    GM324906Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the automatic transmission shift lock control.
  4. Install the gear shift lever and put the column in the NEUTRAL position.
    5. Fig 4: Adjusting Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Actuator
    GM324912Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Install the shift lever assembly. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement .
  8. Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
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