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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1938921  Size: SH

    Note: The selector lever on the transmission must engage in each case: P (most forward position) (2), R, N (1), D, 3, 2, 1.

  1. Move the selector lever through all the positions and back again.
  2. • Change the gear from P to 1.
    • Change the gear from 1 to P.

    Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1941538  Size: LF
  3. Remove the battery.
  4. • Disconnect the negative cable (2) from the battery.
      Remove the nut.
    • Disconnect the positive cable (3) from the battery.
      Remove the nut.
    • Remove the bracket (1).
      Remove the bolt (4).
    • Remove the battery.

    Object Number: 1938506  Size: LF
  5. Remove the battery tray.
  6. • Release the cable tie.
    • Remove the 3 bolts (1).

    Object Number: 1938511  Size: SH
  7. Open the locking clamp (1) on the selector cable.
  8. Open upward with a small screwdriver.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1938921  Size: SH

    Note: Ensure that the selector lever engages correctly in the P position by moving the selector lever forwards and backwards without pressing the locking button.

  1. Adjust the selector cable.
  2. • Move the selector lever to the P position.
    • Turn the selector lever (1) on the transmission as far as the stop (position P) (2).
    • Engage the pawl in parking lock wheel.
    • Turn the front wheels.

    Object Number: 1938511  Size: SH
  3. Tighten the locking clamp (1) on the selector cable.
  4. Press downwards.

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1938506  Size: LF
  5. Install the battery tray.
  6. Fasten the cable tie.

    Tighten
    Tighten the 3 bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1941538  Size: LF
  7. Install the battery.
  8. • Install the bracket (1).

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (4) to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

    • Connect the positive cable (3) to the battery.
    • Connect the negative cable (2) to the battery.
  9. For programming procedures, refer to Control Module References.