GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Set the parking brakes and block the wheels.
  2. Open the console storage lid.
  3. Ensure the cup holder is in the open position.

  4. Object Number: 289504  Size: SH
  5. Remove the front floor console trim plate bolts.
  6. Remove the front floor console trim plate.

  7. Object Number: 161226  Size: SH
  8. Disconnect and remove the park lock cable from the console shift control and bracket.

  9. Object Number: 161224  Size: SH
  10. Remove the park lock cable from beneath the heater duct.
  11. Remove the park lock cable from behind the accelerator pedal linkage and accelerator pedal bracket.
  12. Disconnect the park lock cable from the pedal bracket.
  13. Remove the steering column opening filler and knee bolster bracket in order to gain access to the bottom of the ignition switch. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  14. Place the ignition switch in the ACC position.

  15. Object Number: 161227  Size: SH
  16. Depress the tab in order to unlock the park lock cable from the ignition switch.
  17. Disconnect and remove the park lock cable.

Installation Procedure

  1. Place the ignition switch in the ACC position.

  2. Object Number: 161227  Size: SH
  3. Install and connect the park lock cable to the ignition switch.

  4. Object Number: 161224  Size: SH

    Important: Do not bend the cable less than a 102.00 mm (4 in) radius during installation, the cable is not to be kinked or damaged.

  5. Connect the park lock cable to the pedal bracket.
  6. Install and route the park lock cable behind the accelerator pedal linkage and accelerator pedal bracket.
  7. Install and route the park lock cable beneath the heater duct.

  8. Object Number: 161226  Size: SH
  9. Install and connect the park lock cable to the console shift control and bracket.
  10. Verify the function of the park lock system. Refer to Park Lock Cable Adjustment Park Lock Cable Adjustment.
  11. Install the steering column opening filler and knee bolster bracket. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement Body and Accessories.

  12. Object Number: 289504  Size: SH

    Important: The cup holder must be in the open position in order to install the front floor console trim plate.

  13. Install the front floor console trim plate.
  14. 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.

  15. Install the front floor console trim plate bolts.
  16. Tighten
    Tighten the front floor console trim plate bolts to 2 N·m (14 lb in).

  17. Close the console storage lid.
  18. Release the parking brakes and unblock the wheels.