Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the front floor console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Remove the left knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Place the transaxle shift control lever in the PARK position.
- Turn the ignition key to the RUN position.
- Using a screwdriver, release the cable from the ignition switch inhibitor by depressing the cable latch (1).
- Remove the cable from the inhibitor housing.
- Remove the cable from the shift control lever by sliding the cable reward off the park lever pin.
- Remove the cable at the shift control-housing base.
- Remove the park/lock cable.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure the ignition key is in the RUN position. Do NOT attempt to proceed to the next step with the key in any other position.