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For 1990-2009 cars only

Assembly Procedure

Tools Required

J 41396 Park Lock Cable Pliers


    Object Number: 324902  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Important: Lubricate all moving parts of the linear shift assembly with synthetic grease.

  1. Install the gearshift lever assembly support bracket and secure by using the 3 flat head 6-lobed socket tap screws.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 324900  Size: SH
  3. Insert the cam bushing (2) into the cable shift cam assembly (1).
  4. Install the cable shift cam assembly (1).
  5. Install the hexagon flange head bolt.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 18 N·m (14 lb ft).


    Object Number: 324897  Size: SH
  7. Install the park lock cable assembly and secure by using the 2 oval head 6-lobed socket tap screws.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 6.5 N·m (58 lb in).


    Object Number: 324909  Size: SH
  9. Install the shift lever clevis (1).
  10. Install the ball actuator assembly (2).
  11. Install the hexagon flanged head bolt.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (14 lb ft).


    Object Number: 374402  Size: SH
  13. Install the shift lever seal (2) onto the shift lever assembly (4).
  14. Install the shift lever assembly (4) into the linear shift assembly and secure it with a shift lever screw (3).
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 20 N·m (27 lb ft).

  16. Slide the shift lever seal (2) down the shift lever assembly (4).

  17. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  18. Install the park lock cable (1) into the lock module assembly.

  19. Object Number: 516157  Size: SH
  20. Adjust the park lock cable assembly.
  21. 13.1. Use the gear shift lever to put the column in the PARK position.
    13.2. Put the ignition switch in the OFF-LOCK position. Remove the key.
    13.3. Unlock the adjuster ring on the park lock cable assembly with J 41396 .
    13.4. Pull on the cable until the park lock latch contacts the gear shift lever. Release the cable.
    13.5. Lock the adjuster ring securely in place on the park lock cable assembly with J 41396 .
  22. Inspect the park lock cable assembly.
  23. 14.1. Put the lock cylinder in the OFF-LOCK position. The gear shift lever should not be able to shift out of the park position.
    14.2. Turn the key to the RUN position and put the gear shift lever in the neutral position.
    14.3. With the gear shift lever in the NEUTRAL position the lock cylinder should not be able to go into the OFF-POSITION position.
    14.4. Put the gear shift lever in the park position.
    14.5. Put the lock cylinder in the OFF-LOCK position and then remove the key.
  24. Install the electrical BTSI actuator assembly only. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle .