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Removal Procedure





Caution: Refer to SRS Handling Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SRS system. Refer to Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the steering column trim covers.
3. Put the shift lever clevis into the neutral position.
4. Use a small screwdriver in order to pry the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator away from the steering column jacket assembly and the cable shift cam assembly.
5. Remove the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator.

Installation Procedure





1. Firmly install the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator onto the steering column jacket assembly and the cable shift cam assembly.





2. Adjust the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator (with the shift lever clevis in the neutral position). Use the following steps:
1. Pull out the tab (1) on the adjuster block side (2) of the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator.
2. Press on the adjuster block (2) in order to compress the internal adjuster spring, which disengages the adjuster teeth. Slide the adjuster block (2) as far away from the actuator as possible.
3. Lock the adjuster block (2) in place by pushing in on the tab (1).
3. Inspect the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator for the following items:
1. The automatic transmission shift lock control actuator must lock the shift lever clevis when the shift lever clevis is put into the park position.
2. Depress the brake pedal in order to move the shift lever out of the park position.
3. The actuator will be energized.
4. Readjust the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator if needed.
4. Install the steering column trim covers.
5. Enable the SRS system.