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2000 Chevrolet Venture V6-3.4L VIN EFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Linear Shift
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
2. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.
3. Remove the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Cylinder Rotates) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement -On Vehicle (Unable to Rotate Cylinder).
4. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle.
5. Remove the linear shift assembly. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the linear shift assembly. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle.
2. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle.
3. Install the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Cylinder Rotates) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Unable to Rotate Cylinder).
4. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
2. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.
3. Remove the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Cylinder Rotates) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement -On Vehicle (Unable to Rotate Cylinder).
4. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle.
5. Remove the linear shift assembly. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the linear shift assembly. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle.
2. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle.
3. Install the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Cylinder Rotates) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle (Unable to Rotate Cylinder).
4. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle.
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
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.
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