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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 130 (SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONELECTRONIC COLUMN LOCK ASSEMBLYINSTALLATION
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Electronic Column Lock Assembly: Installation
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation
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- Install the electronic lock module (1) to the steering column housing. See Fig 6 . Install the electronic lock module (1) mounting screws (2). See Fig 6 . Install the ignition switch to the electronic lock module (2). See Fig 4 . Install the ignition lock cylinder.
- Connect the passlock electrical connector from the lock module. Rotate the key alarm switch connector to the electronic lock module. Install park lock cable (1) to the electronic lock module. See Fig 3 .
- Install the following components to the steering shaft: turn signal cancel cam (3) and shaft lock shield (4). See Fig 2 .
- Install the plate adapter and the lock plate compressor to the steering shaft and compress the shaft lock shield. See Fig 1 . Install the lock shield retainer to the steering column shaft. Remove the plate adapter and the lock plate compressor from the steering shaft.
- Install the SIR coil, the steering wheel and inflator module. Enable the SIR system. See AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
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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.