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Parking System Components Installation
2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Parking System Components Installation
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- Install the parking pawl shaft (702) and the parking pawl (703).
- Install the parking pawl shaft retainer (704).
- Install the parking pawl spring (705).
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent, to the parking pawl shaft hole plug (701).
- Using a 5/16 inch diameter rod, install the parking pawl shaft hole plug (701).
- Assemble the manual shift shaft detent lever assembly (711) to the parking pawl actuator assembly (710).
- Install the parking pawl actuator assembly (710) over the parking pawl.
- Install the manual shift shaft seal (707).
- Partially install the manual shift shaft (708).
- Install the manual shift shaft detent lever nut (712) onto the manual shift shaft (708).
- Fully install the manual shift shaft (708).
- Install the manual shift shaft pin (709) onto the manual shift shaft (708).
- Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
Tighten the manual shift shaft detent lever nut (712).
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the parking pawl actuator bracket (713).
- Install the parking pawl actuator bracket bolts (714).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
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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.