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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 Tracker - 4WD 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column - Standard 🢒 Transmission Range Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 465587 Size: SH

    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 (1).

    2. Object Number: 166111 Size: SH
  2. Remove the cooler lines.
  3. Remove 1 electrical connector from the transmission range switch (1).
  4. Remove the following components from the manual shaft:
    5. • The 1 nut
    • The 1 washer
    • The manual lever with cable attached
  5. Unstake the lock plate behind the manual shaft nut.
  6. Remove the manual shaft nut and the lock plate from the transmission range switch.
  7. Remove 1 bolt and the transmission range switch from the manual shaft.

Installation Procedure

    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. Attach the lock washer and the set nut.

    2. Object Number: 166111 Size: SH
  2. Install the transmission range switch (1) to the transmission by doing the following steps:
    3. 1.1. Turn the manual shaft rearward.
    1.2. Turn the manual shaft back 2 notches and set the manual shaft to the NEUTRAL range.
    1.3. Attach the transmission range switch to the transmission.
    1.4. Secure the transmission range switch with 1 bolt. Do not tighten the bolt fully.

    Tighten
    Tighten the transmission range switch set nut to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  3. Bend the claws of the lock washer over the set nut.
  4. Tighten the transmission range switch retaining bolt with the neutral reference line (2)  and the cut out (3) in the transmission range switch aligned.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the transmission range switch bolt to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  5. Attach the manual lever to the manual shaft with the cable attached.
  6. Secure the manual lever with 1 washer and 1 nut.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the manual shaft lever nut to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  7. Attach the negative battery cable.
  8. Apply the parking brake and block the vehicle wheels.
  9. Turn the ignition switch to START with the manual selector lever in the PARK position.
  10. Verify that the starter motor operates.
  11. Stop the engine.
  12. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
  13. Move the shift selector lever from the PARK to the NEUTRAL position.
  14. Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
  15. Verify that the starter motor operates.
  16. Verify that the starter motor DOES NOT operate in the D, 2, L, or R positions.