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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Chevy Suburban - 4WD 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column - Standard 🢒 Linear Shift Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle

Assembly Procedure

    Object Number: 361440 Size: SH

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

    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 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: 361439 Size: SH
  2. Insert the cam bushing (2) into the cable shift cam assembly (2).
  3. Install the cable shift cam assembly (1).
  4. Install the hexagon flange head bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 18 N·m (58 lb in).


    Object Number: 361438 Size: SH
  5. Install the park lock cable assembly and secure by using 2 oval head 6-lobed socket tap screws.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 6.5 N·m (58 lb in).


    Object Number: 361435 Size: SH
  6. Install the shiflt lever clevis (1).
  7. Install the ball actuator assembly (2).
  8. Install the hexagon flanged head bolt.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (14 lb ft).

  9. Install the electrical BTSI actuator. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle Auto Trans Shift Lock Control - Assemble.