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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Linear Shift Assembly Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure

    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
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • 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.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle .

    3. Object Number: 324906 Size: SH
  3. Remove the automatic transmission shift lock actuator.

    4. Object Number: 324874 Size: SH
  4. Ensure the Ignition switch is in the off lock position
  5. Disconnect the park lock cable (1) by inserting a small screwdriver into the slot on the lock module assembly and push against the locking tab to remove.

    6. Object Number: 324916 Size: SH
  6. Remove the flat head tapping screws from the linear shift assembly.
  7. Remove the linear shift assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 324916 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.

  1. Install the linear shift assembly and the tapping screws.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the tapping screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 324874 Size: SH
  2. Connect the park lock cable assembly (1) to the lock module assembly.

    3. Object Number: 324906 Size: SH
  3. Install the automatic transmission shift lock actuator.
  4. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle .
  5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.