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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the transmission range selector cable to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Range Selector Cable & Cable Bracket Retainer
    GM1707190Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Ensure that the transmission manual shaft lever is in the mechanical park position.
  3. Align and install the range selector cable (2) to the bracket.
  4. Install the retainer (1) that secures the cable to the bracket.
  5. Install the range selector cable end to the transmission range selector lever ball stud.
  6. Install the cable clip on the transfer case, if equipped.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Cable Clips At Floor Panel Reinforcement
    GM394470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the clips on the cable to the floor panel reinforcement.
  8. Lower the vehicle and ensure that the steering column shift lever is still in the park position.
    9. Fig 3: View Of Cable Grommet At Floor Panel
    GM858974Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the cable grommet to the floor panel.
    10. Fig 4: View Of Range Selector Cable
    GM1774421Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Avoid unnecessary twisting/bending of the range selector cable when installing the cable to the support.
  10. Install the range selector cable to the support.
    11. Fig 5: View Of Cable, Steering Column Ball Stud & Steering Column Bracket
    GM1774419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the cable to the steering column bracket.
  12. Ensure the tangs fully engage into the steering column bracket.
  13. Install the cable end to the steering column ball stud.
    14. Fig 6: View Of Steering Cable Retainer On Steering Column
    GM1774414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the retainer securing the cable to the steering column.
  15. Position the carpet and insulation around the driver area.
  16. Install the driver seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket (without HP2) or Front Seat Replacement - Bucket (with HP2) .
  17. Install the instrument panel knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement (Except Cadillac) or Knee Bolster Replacement (Cadillac) .
  18. Test the transmission for proper shift operation.
  19. If all of the gear positions cannot be achieved, adjust the cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
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