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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Park/Lock Cable
    GM631865Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Ensure the cable lock button is in the UP position.
  2. Ensure the shift lever is in the PARK position.
  3. Install the park/lock cable.
  4. Snap the cable connector into the shifter base.
  5. Install the cable retainer to park/lock cable to the shift control.
  6. Ensure the ignition key is in the RUN position.
  7. Install the cable into the inhibitor housing.
    8. IMPORTANT: Ensure the ignition key is in the LOCK position. Do NOT attempt to insert the cable with the key in any other position.
  8. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position.
  9. Install the cable end onto the shifter park lock lever pin.
  10. Push the cable connector nose forward to remove the slack.
  11. Push the cable connector lock button down using no load applied to the connector nose.
  12. Inspect the operation of the park/lock cable for proper adjustment. Refer to Park Lock Cable Adjustment .
  13. Install the console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor (Impala) or Console Replacement - Front Floor (Monte Carlo) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  14. Install the knee bolster bracket. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  15. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
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