Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2003 Cadillac Seville SLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Installation Procedure
- Turn the ignition switch to the run position.
- Install the park lock cable into the back of the I/P.
- Align the park lock cable locking tab (1) with its slot in the ignition switch and snap the cable into the switch. The locking tab should be facing downward at the 6 o'clock position.
- Route the park lock cable back to its original position.
- Raise the steering column back into position. Refer to STEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENT in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Connect the park lock cable to the park lock cam on the shifter and slide the cable housing into the shifter.
- If equipped with RPO Code (T1A), install the anti-theft plate and tamper proof fastener to the shifter using the J 43146 .
- Install the console trim plate (1). Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAGES, AND CONSOLE in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.