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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the transmission range selector lever cable in the vehicle.
  2. Install the grommet and cable assembly into the floor panel with alignment key opening.
    NOTE: Ensure the grommet is properly oriented.
  3. Install the cable to the transmission control, then slide the transmission range selector lever cable retainer (1) forward to lock the transmission range selector cable to the transmission control base.
    Fig 1: Transmission Range Selector Lever Cable Retainer
    GM3448056Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Connect the transmission range selector lever cable terminal (2) to the shift lever pin.
    WARNING: After installing the transmission range selector shift cable, pull up and push down on ALL connections to verify that the connections are fully seated and properly engaged. Failure to perform this task can result in the vehicle not being able to shift into PARK causing potential vehicle damage and bodily injury.
  5. Install the transmission control bolt to retain the cable retainer then tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: A second generation range selector lever cable has a retaining bracket, the lower front transmission control retaining bolt will need to be installed to retain the cable.
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  7. Connect the transmission range selector lever cable terminal (1) to the transmission manual shift lever pin (6).
    Fig 2: Range Selector Lever Cable
    GM2787001Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING: After installing the transmission range selector shift cable, pull up and push down on ALL connections to verify that the connections are fully seated and properly engaged. Failure to perform this task can result in the vehicle not being able to shift into PARK causing potential vehicle damage and bodily injury.
  8. Install the cable into the bracket and ensure cable is fully seated.
  9. Install the cable retainer (2), then the cable retainer bolt (1) and tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in)
    Fig 3: Cable Retainer Bolt
    GM4311500Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Adjust the cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
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