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Electronic Column Lock Module - Assemble - Off Vehicle Column Shift

Tools Required

J 41396 Park Lock Cable Pliers


    Object Number: 389662  Size: SH
  1. Install the lock bolt spring (3) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  2. Position the cutout in the lock bolt assembly (4) at the 6 o'clock position.
  3. Install the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  4. Push the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5) until the lock bolt assembly is flush with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  5. Align the lock module assembly (2) with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  6. Install the lock module assembly (2) onto the steering column housing assembly (5).

    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.

  7. Screw the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) into the lock module assembly (2).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the 3 pan head tapping screws to 7N·m (62 lb in).


    Object Number: 389639  Size: SH
  9. Slide the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3) into the lock module assembly (1).

  10. Object Number: 306267  Size: SH
  11. Push the key alarm connector (1) into the lock module assembly (2).
  12. Rotate the key alarm connector 90 degrees so that the key alarm connector locks into place.
  13. Install the Pass-Key® connector into the lock module assembly (2).

  14. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  15. Place steering column lock cylinder set into the off position.
  16. Place the shift lever clevis into the park position.
  17. Press the locking tab on the end of the park lock cable assembly (1) into the slot in the lock module assembly.
  18. Install the steering column lock cylinder set only.

  19. Object Number: 324884  Size: SH
  20. Adjust the park lock cable assembly (1) by performing the following steps:
  21. 15.1. Use the shift lever clevis to place the steering column in the park position.
    15.2. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
    15.3. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the off or lock position.
    15.4. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
    15.5. Unlock the adjuster ring on the park lock cable assembly using J 41396 .
    15.6. Pull on the park lock cable until the park lock latch contacts the shift lever clevis.
    15.7. Release the park lock cable.
    15.8. Lock the adjuster ring securely in place on the park lock cable assembly using J 41396 .
  22. Inspect the park lock cable assembly by performing the following steps:
  23. 16.1. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
    16.2. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the off or lock position. The shift lever clevis must remain locked in the park position.
    16.3. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the run position.
    16.4. Place the shift lever clevis in the neutral position.
    16.5. With the shift lever clevis in the neutral position, the steering column lock cylinder set must remain out of the off or lock position.
    16.6. Place the shift lever clevis in the park position.
    16.7. Put the steering column lock cylinder set in the off or lock position.
    16.8. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  24. Install the upper column housing components. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Bearing Thrust Washer - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

Electronic Column Lock Module - Assemble - Off Vehicle Floor Shift

Assembly Procedure


    Object Number: 389662  Size: SH
  1. Install the lock bolt spring (3) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  2. Position the cutout in the lock bolt assembly (4) at the 6 o' clock position.
  3. Install the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  4. Push the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5) until the lock bolt assembly (4) is flush with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  5. Align the lock module assembly (2) with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  6. Install the lock module assembly (2) onto the steering column housing assembly (5).

    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.

  7. Screw the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) into the lock module assembly (2).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the 3 pan head tapping screws to 7 N·m (62 lb in).


    Object Number: 389639  Size: SH
  9. Slide the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3) into the lock module assembly (1).

  10. Object Number: 368489  Size: SH
  11. Snap the electric park lock (2) onto the lock module assembly (1).

  12. Object Number: 389654  Size: SH
  13. Reconnect the connector (2) to the electric park lock (1).

  14. Object Number: 306267  Size: SH
  15. Install the key alarm connector (1) onto the lock module assembly (2) in the following way:
  16. 10.1. Push the key alarm connector (1) into the lock module assembly (2).
    10.2. Rotate the key alarm connector 90 (1) degrees so that the key alarm connector locks into place.
    10.3. Install the passkey connector into the lock module assembly (2).
  17. Install the upper column housing components. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Bearing Thrust Washer - Assemble - Off Vehicle T/S Can. Cam, Bearing Thrust Washer - Assemble (Floor Shift).
  18. Install the steering column lock cylinder set.