GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Apply the park brake and block the wheels in order to prevent the vehicle from moving.
  2. Turn the ignition ON.
  3. Press the brake pedal and shift the transaxle into low gear (1).
  4. Turn the ignition OFF.
  5. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to remove the shift control handle retainer.

  6. Object Number: 980182  Size: SH
  7. Remove the shift control handle.
  8. Remove the center console trim plate. Refer to Front Floor Console Trim Plate Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

  9. Object Number: 908750  Size: SH
  10. Remove the shift indicator fasteners.
  11. Disconnect the shift indicator lamp from the shift indicator.

  12. Object Number: 908764  Size: SH
  13. Remove the shift indicator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 908764  Size: SH
  1. Carefully install the shift indicator.

  2. Object Number: 908768  Size: SH
  3. Ensure that the alignment pin and alignment tab are properly engaged.

  4. Object Number: 908777  Size: SH
  5. Ensure that the shift lever is centered in the shift indicator.
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 908750  Size: SH
  7. Install the shift indicator fasteners.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the shift indicator fasteners in the order shown to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  9. Move the shift control through the entire range. If the shift lever contacts either side of the shift indicator, loosen the shift indicator fasteners and repeat the installation procedure.
  10. Connect the shift indicator lamp to the shift indicator and ensure that the shift indicator lamp is functional.
  11. Install the center console trim plate. Refer to Front Floor Console Trim Plate Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

  12. Object Number: 980182  Size: SH
  13. Install the shift control handle.
  14. Install the shift control handle retainer.
  15. Shift the transaxle into Park.
  16. Disengage the park brake and remove the wheel blocks.