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

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .

Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING SYSTEM .
Remove the shift lever. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift Snap On Shrouds) or Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Floor Shift) .
Disconnect the park lock cable assembly (1).
The steering column lock cylinder set should be in the OFF-LOCK position.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Park Lock Cable Assembly (Column Shift)
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Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the lock module assembly and push against the locking tab to remove.
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 2: Removing Park Position Switch Assembly (Column Shift)
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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 3: Removing Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control (Column Shift)
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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.

Fig 4: Removing Linear Shift Assembly & Screws (Column Shift)
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