Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the control valve assembly from the transmission. Refer to Control Valve Body Replacement .
- Remove the detent lever/IMS retaining bolt (1) using a T27 TORX® bit and discard the retaining bolt.
- Place a protective plate on the transmission case surface around the spherical pin (3). Remove the spherical pin (3) from the transmission case.
- Slide the manual shift shaft (5) through the detent lever/IMS assembly (4) and through the manual shift shaft seal.
- Rotate the detent lever/IMS assembly to disengage the park pawl apply assembly (2). Remove the detent lever/IMS assembly (4).
IMPORTANT:
The detent lever/IMS retaining bolt contains patch lock material on the threads. Do not reuse the retaining bolt.
NOTE:
DO NOT mar the transmission case surface around the spherical pin when removing or installing the spherical pin. An unmarred surface is required to maintain the seal between the control valve assembly and the transmission case.
NOTE:
DO NOT twist the spherical pin when removing the pin from the transmission case. Damage to the transmission case can occur.