For 1990-2009 cars only
- Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
- Remove the shift lever assembly. Refer to Shift Lever - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
- The steering column lock cylinder set should be in the OFF-LOCK position.
- Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the lock module assembly and push against the locking tab to remove the park lock cable assembly (1).
- Disconnect the automatic transmission shift lock control connector from the park position switch assembly.
- Slide the park position switch assembly off of the linear shift assembly.
- Use a small screwdriver to gently pry the automatic transmission shift lock control from the steering column jacket assembly.
- To break the linear shift assembly down proceed to step 12.
- Remove the 3 TORX® screws from the linear shift assembly.
- Remove the linear shift assembly from the steering column support assembly.
- Remove the 2 hexagon flange head bolts (2).
- Remove the ball and actuator assembly (1).
- Remove the cable shift cam assembly (3).
- Remove the shift actuator shaft.
- Remove the 2 actuator bushings.
- Remove the 3 oval head screws (2) from the shift lever gate (3).
- Remove the shift lever gate (3) from the gear shift lever assembly support bracket (1).
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• Air bag deployment • Personal injury
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
• Unnecessary SIR system repairs • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
