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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1997SEVILLE SLS V8-4.6L VIN YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULSUBASSEMBLY SERVICEMANUAL SHAFT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1997 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN Y
Manual Shaft Assembly Removal
1997 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN YSECTION Manual Shaft Assembly Removal
1. Using a pair of pliers, grasp the detent roller end of the detent spring. Remove the detent spring (27).
2. Remove the 13-mm detent roller bolt pivot arm, the sleeve, and the washer (26).
3. Remove the 15-mm manual shaft nut (18). You must hold the detent lever in place when removing the nut in order to prevent damage to the actuator rod.
4. Remove the detent lever (17) and the actuator rod (21)
5. Remove the following parts:
- The manual shaft (16) out through the top of the bell housing
- The manual shaft seal (20)
- The washer (19)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.