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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 128 (SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONFLOOR SHIFT CONTROL ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Floor Shift Control Assembly: Removal
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Removal
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- Remove the console trim plate. See CONSOLE TRIM PLATEΒ . Unsnap the shift cable terminal from the shifter pin. Remove the shift cable bolt and cable from the shifter. See Figure .
- Disconnect the automatic transmission shift lock control wire harness connector from the shift lock solenoid. Disengage the locking tab on the park lock cable and lift the cable out of the slot in the shifter.
- Unhook the park lock cable from the park lock cam on the shifter. Disconnect the shifter backlight wire harness connector. Remove the shifter fasteners. Spread the console side panels apart and remove the shifter assembly. See Figure .
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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.