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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Monte Carlo 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.1L 🢒 Automatic Transmission Range Selector Lever Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.

    2. Object Number: 161161 Size: SH
  2. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable from the automatic transaxle range selector lever.

    3. Object Number: 161079 Size: SH
  3. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector lever nut.
  4. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector lever.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 161079 Size: SH
  1. Install the automatic transaxle range selector lever.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the automatic transaxle range selector lever nut.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the automatic transaxle range selector lever nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 161161 Size: SH
  3. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable to the automatic transaxle range selector lever.
  4. Adjust the automatic transaxle range selector cable if necessary. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
  5. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.