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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the transmission range selector cable to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Range Selector Cable And Retainer
    GM4249063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  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 NEW range selector lever to the transmission. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Lever Replacement 
    6. 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.

  6. Install the range selector cable end to the transmission range selector lever ball stud.
  7. Install the cable clip on the transfer case, if equipped.
    8. Fig 2: Cable Clips And Floor Panel Reinforcement
    GM394470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the clips on the cable to the floor panel reinforcement.
  9. Lower the vehicle and ensure that the steering column shift lever is still in the park position.
    10. Fig 3: Cable Grommet And Floor Panel
    GM858974Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Install the cable grommet to the floor panel.
    11. Fig 4: Range Selector Cable
    GM1774421Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Avoid unnecessary twisting/bending of the range selector cable when installing the cable to the support.

  11. Install the range selector cable to the support.
    12. Fig 5: Cable, Steering Column Ball Stud And Steering Column Bracket
    GM1774419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install the cable to the steering column bracket.
  13. Ensure the tangs fully engage into the steering column bracket.
  14. Install the cable end to the steering column ball stud.
    15. Fig 6: Range Selector Lever Cable Retainer On Steering Column
    GM1774414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Install the retainer securing the cable to the steering column.
  16. Position the carpet and insulation around the driver area.
  17. Install the left front side door sill garnish molding. Refer to Front Side Door Sill Garnish Molding Replacement .
  18. Install the instrument panel knee bolster. Refer to Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Chevrolet/GMC)Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Cadillac) .
  19. Test the transmission for proper shift operation.
  20. If all of the gear positions cannot be achieved, adjust the cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
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