Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 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).
NOTE:
The detent lever/IMS retaining bolt contains patch lock material on the threads. Do not reuse the retaining bolt.
CAUTION:
DO NOT twist the spherical pin when removing the pin from the transmission case. Damage to the transmission case can occur.
CAUTION:
DO NOT twist the spherical pin when removing the pin from the transmission case. Damage to the transmission case can occur.