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Assembly Procedure

Tools Required

J 41396 Park Lock Cable Pliers


    Object Number: 361440  Size: SH

    Important: Lubricate all moving parts of the linear shift 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
  3. Insert the cam bushing (2) into the cable shift cam assembly (1).
  4. Install the cable shift cam assembly (1).
  5. Install the hexagon flange head bolt.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 361438  Size: SH
  7. Install the park lock cable assembly and secure by using 2 oval head 6-lobed socket tap screws.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 6.5 N·m (58 lb in).


    Object Number: 361435  Size: SH
  9. Install the shift lever clevis (1).
  10. Install the ball actuator assembly (2).
  11. Install the hexagon flanged head bolt.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  13. Place steering column lock cylinder set into the off position.
  14. Place the shift lever clevis into the park position.
  15. Press the locking tab on the end of the park lock cable assembly (1) into the slot in the lock module assembly.
  16. Install the shift lever assembly only. Refer to Shift Lever - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

  17. Object Number: 324884  Size: SH
  18. Adjust the park lock cable assembly (1) by performing the following steps:
  19. 13.1. Use the gear shift lever to place the steering column in the park position.
    13.2. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
    13.3. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the off or lock position.
    13.4. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
    13.5. Unlock the adjuster ring on the park lock cable assembly using the J 41396 .
    13.6. Pull on the park lock cable until the park lock latch contacts the gear shift lever.
    13.7. Release the park lock cable.
    13.8. Lock the adjuster ring securely in place on the park lock cable assembly using the J 41396 .
  20. Inspect the park lock cable assembly by performing the following steps.
  21. 14.1. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
    14.2. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the off or lock position. The gear shift lever must remain locked in the park position.
    14.3. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the run position.
    14.4. Place the gear shift lever in the neutral position.
    14.5. With the gear shift lever in the neutral position, the steering column lock cylinder set must remain out of the off or lock position.
    14.6. Place the gear shift lever in the park position.
    14.7. Put the steering column lock cylinder set in the off or lock position.
    14.8. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  22. Install the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly. Refer to Turn Signal and Multifunction Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  23. Install the lock module assembly. Refer to Electronic Column Lock Module - Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  24. Install the automatic transmission shift lock control actuator assembly. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  25. Install the shift lever. Refer to Shift Lever - Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  26. Install the upper and lower steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle .