Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2002 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the linear shift assembly to the steering column. Tighten the shift assembly screws to 3.5 N.m (31 in lbs).
- Connect the electrical connector to the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator.
- Install the linear shift assembly cable onto the ignition switch.
- Install the lock control actuator.
- Install the shift lever assembly. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
- Check the cable routing for clearance with the brake switches.
- Move the shift lever from PARK to reverse and back to the PARK position and turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
- Verify that the shift lever cannot be removed from PARK when the ignition key is in the OFF position.
- Turn the ignition key to the ON position and verify that the shift lever can be removed from PARK.
- Return the shift lever to the PARK position and verify that the ignition key can be turned to the OFF position and removed without difficulty. If the key can be removed without difficulty, proceed to Step 13. If the key cannot be removed or requires high effort, go to next step.
- Adjust the cable length by moving the white adjustment tab outwards from the adjuster body located in the middle of the cable.
- Move the shift lever from PARK to reverse and back to the PARK position and turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
- Press the white adjustment tab inwards until it locks in place. Verify proper operation by performing Steps 6 to 9.
- Install the knee bolster.