Linear Shift Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift)

Fig 1: Identifying Park Lock Cable At Ignition Lock Cylinder

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CAUTION:

Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.

Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
Remove the shift lever. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement - On Vehicle (Without Tow/Haul Switch) , Shift Lever Replacement - On Vehicle (With Tow/Haul Switch) .
Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift) , Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift Snap On Shrouds) .
Disconnect the park lock cable assembly (1).
The steering column lock cylinder set should be in the OFF-LOCK position.
Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the lock module assembly and push against the locking tab to remove.

Fig 2: View Of Park Position Switch Assembly

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Disconnect the automatic transmission shift lock control connector from the park position switch assembly.
Slide the park position switch assembly off of the linear shift assembly.

Fig 3: View Of Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Actuator

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NOTE:

Do not use excessive force when removing the automatic transmission shift lock control from the steering column. Using excessive force may cause damage to the automatic transmission shift lock control and/or the steering column.

Remove the automatic transmission shift lock control from the steering column.
Use a small screwdriver to pry the automatic transmission shift lock control from the steering column jacket assembly.

Fig 4: View Of Linear Shift Assembly And Retaining Screws

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Remove the 3 TORX® screws from the linear shift assembly.
Remove the linear shift assembly from the steering column support assembly.