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Installation Procedure

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  1. Feed the cable assembly through the drivers floor opening.
    2. Fig 1: Locating Floor Pan Grommet & Mounting Nuts
    GM867994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the grommet (1) flush with the floor opening.
  3. Install the drivers side front carpet. Refer to Floor Panel Carpet Replacement .
  4. Install the left instrument panel closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  5. Raise the vehicle.
    6. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Install the shift cable attachment nut to the underbody and tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the shift cables (2) to the transmission cable bracket.
    9. Fig 2: View Of Cable Ends & Shift Cable
    GM1381690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the shift cable ends (1) to the transmission shift levers as noted during disassembly.
  10. Connect the shift cable to the shift control assembly as noted during disassembly.
    11. NOTE: Care must be taken when releasing the 4th gear locking tab. The shifter ring must be pulled upwards to allow 4th gear locking tab to fully release. Excessive clamping force may damage plastic shift control assembly components.
    Fig 3: Locating Shifter 4th Gear Locking Tab
    GM1390787Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Release the shift control assembly 4th gear locking tab. Pull up on the shifter ring, install locking pliers as shown and rotate the pliers upward to compress the tabs and release the 4th gear locking tab.
    12. Fig 4: Identifying Shift Control Assembly Housing
    GM1547405Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Engage the 4th gear locking tab on the shift control assembly housing.
    13. Fig 5: Ensuring Transmission Is In 4th Gear
    GM1547395Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Ensure that the transmission is in 4th gear.
    14. Fig 6: View Of Cable Retainer
    GM623628Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Press down on the cable retainers.
    15. Fig 7: Placing 4th Gear Locking Clip In Original Position
    GM1547398Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Pull the shifter 4th gear lock clip to its original position.
  16. Install the console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
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