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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
  2. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  3. Remove the shift lever from the linear shift assembly. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 324906  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the A/T shift lock actuator from the linear shift assembly.

  6. Object Number: 746041  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the transmission shift cable from the linear shift assembly.

  8. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  9. Disconnect the park lock cable assembly (1).
  10. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the ignition lock cylinder case assembly. Push against the locking tab to remove the park lock cable.

  11. Object Number: 324916  Size: SH
  12. Remove the retaining screws from the linear shift assembly.
  13. Remove the linear shift assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 324916  Size: SH
  1. Install the linear shift assembly and secure with the retaining screws.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  3. Connect the park lock cable assembly (1) to the ignition lock cylinder case assembly.

  4. Object Number: 746041  Size: SH
  5. Connect the transmission shift cable to the linear shift assembly.

  6. Object Number: 324906  Size: SH
  7. Connect the A/T shift lock actuator to the linear shift assembly.
  8. Adjust the A/T shift lock. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Actuator Replacement in Shift Lock Control.
  9. Install the shift lever. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement .
  10. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  11. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.