Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: When installing a new park/lock cable, keep the shipping cover gauge attached until you are instructed to detach it. The shipping cover gauge will aid in the proper positioning of the cable.

Ensure that the cable lock button is in the up position. Place the shift lever in the PARK position.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Lock Button In The Up Position
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Snap the control cable connector into the automatic transmission control.
IMPORTANT: Do not insert the cable with the key in any position other than the RUN position.
Place the ignition key in the RUN position.
Snap the control cable into the inhibitor housing until the snap lock is seated.

Fig 2: View Of Park Lock Cable & Ignition Switch Inhibitor
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Remove the shipping cover gauge.
Turn the key to the LOCK position.
Snap the control cable end onto the shift park/lock lever pin.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable Lock Button In The Up Position
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Push the cable connector hose forward in order to remove any slack.
IMPORTANT: Inspect for proper operation of the park/lock control cable before installing the steering column to the instrument panel.
With no load applied to the connector nose, snap the cable connector lock button down.

Fig 4: View Of Park Lock Cable Connector
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Raise and connect the steering column.
Tighten the lower steering column bracket bolts.
Install the knee bolster.
Install the console. Refer toConsole Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.