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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2006 🢒 Equinox 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Transmission Range Switch Adjustment

Tools Required

    • J 36346 Fascia Retainer Remover
    • J 45404 Transmission Indicator Alignment Tool
  1. Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .
  2. Shift the transaxle into neutral (N) position.

    3. Object Number: 978158 Size: SH
  3. Using the J 36346 , remove the shift control cable from the transaxle range switch lever.

    4. Object Number: 1412428 Size: SH
  4. Loosen the transaxle range switch bolt (2) and stud (1).

    5. Object Number: 749823 Size: SH
  5. Install the J 45404 to the manual shaft and rotate the transaxle range switch until the neutral base line on the switch lines up with the indicator line on the J 45404 .

    6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  6. Tighten the transaxle range switch bolt and stud.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt and stud to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Remove the J 45404 from the manual shaft.
  8. Install the shift control cable to the transaxle range switch lever.
  9. Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .
  10. After adjusting the transaxle range switch, verify the engine only starts in park (P) or neutral (N). If the engine starts in any other position, readjust the switch.