Tools Required

J 41099 Gear Select/Reverse Lockout Solenoid Socket

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Remove the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
4. Remove the intermediate exhaust pipe to muffler bolts.
5. Tie off the mufflers to the underbody to support out of the way.
6. Remove the rear transverse spring. Refer to Rear Transverse Spring Replacement in Rear Suspension.
7. Disconnect the wiring harness and brake pipe clip retainers from the rear suspension crossmember.
8. Position a transmission jack under the rear suspension crossmember and firmly secure the crossmember to the jack.
9. Using ONLY HAND TOOLS, remove the rear suspension crossmember mounting nuts.

Important: Observe the clearance between the driveline and the driveline tunnel closeout panel.

10. Slowly lower the rear suspension crossmember, along with the attached driveline, approximately 4 cm (1½ in).

(Lower the rear suspension crossmember and driveline for access to the reverse lockout solenoid.)




11. Disconnect the reverse lockout solenoid electrical connector.



12. Using the J 41099 , remove the reverse lockout solenoid.

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. Using the J 41099 , install the reverse lockout solenoid.

Tighten
Tighten the reverse lockout solenoid to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).




2. Connect the reverse lockout solenoid electrical connector.



3. Slowly raise the rear suspension crossmember to seat to the vehicle frame rails.
4. Using ONLY HAND TOOLS, install NEW rear suspension crossmember mounting nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the rear suspension crossmember mounting nuts to 110 N·m (81 lb ft).

5. Remove the transmission jack from the rear suspension crossmember.
6. Connect the wiring harness and brake pipe clip retainers to the rear suspension crossmember.
7. Install the rear transverse spring. Refer to Rear Transverse Spring Replacement in Rear Suspension.
8. Remove the tie-off retainers from the muffler assemblies.
9. Install the intermediate exhaust pipe to muffler bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the intermediate exhaust pipe to muffler bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

10. Install the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

13. Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming in Keyless Entry.