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Installation Procedure

  1. Insert the cable through the driver's floor opening.
  2. Install the grommet flush with the floor opening.
  3. Fig 1: View Of Floor Pan Grommet
    GM851242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the driver's side front carpet.
  5. Connect the shift cable to the shift control assembly.
  6. Fig 2: View Of Shift Control
    GM851244Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  8. Raise the vehicle.
  9. Connect the shift cable to the park/neutral position switch.
  10. Fig 3: Identifying Shift Cable
    GM1521639Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the shift cable to the transmission cable bracket.
  12. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  13. Install the shift cable retaining nut near the exhaust heat shield.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  14. Fig 4: Identifying Shift Cable Retaining Nut
    GM1521636Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Lower the vehicle.