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Installation Procedure

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  1. Ensure that the transmission manual shaft lever is in the mechanical park position.
  2. Fig 1: Range Selector Lever Cable & Retainer
    GM1970184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the range selector lever cable (2) to the cable bracket.
  4. Install the range selector lever cable retainer (1).
  5. Connect the range selector lever cable (2) to the range select lever.
  6. Fig 2: Range Selector Lever Cable Heat Shield Bolts
    GM1970183Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the range selector lever cable heat shield (2).
  8. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  9. Install the range selector lever cable heat shield bolts (1) and tighten to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
  10. Fig 3: Cable Clips & Floor Panel Reinforcement
    GM394470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the clips on the cable to the floor panel reinforcement.
  12. Lower the vehicle and ensure that the steering column shift lever is still in the park position.
  13. Fig 4: Cable Grommet & Floor Panel
    GM858974Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the cable grommet to the floor panel.
  15. Fig 5: View Of Range Selector Cable
    GM1774421Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Avoid unnecessary twisting/bending of the range selector cable when installing the cable to the support.
  16. Install the range selector cable to the support.
  17. Fig 6: View Of Cable, Steering Column Ball Stud & Steering Column Bracket
    GM1774419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install the cable to the steering column bracket.
  19. Ensure the tangs fully engage into the steering column bracket.
  20. Install the cable end to the steering column ball stud.
  21. Fig 7: View Of Cable Retainer On Steering Column
    GM1774414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the retainer securing the cable to the steering column.
  23. Position the carpet and insulation around the driver area.
  24. Install the body hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
  25. Install the driver seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  26. Install the instrument panel knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement (With SLT) or Knee Bolster Replacement (Without SLT) .
  27. Test the transmission for proper shift operation.
  28. If all of the gear positions cannot be achieved, adjust the cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .