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.
2017 Chevrolet City Express LSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S3 Transmission Shift Lever.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the control terminal 4 and 12 V. Momentarily install a jumper wire between the ground terminal 2 and ground.
- Verify the M7 Transmission Shift Lock Control Solenoid Actuator turns on and off/clicks, etc.
- If the M7 Transmission Shift Lock Control Solenoid Actuator does not turn on and off/clicks, etc
Replace the S3 Transmission Shift Lever.
- Go to next step: If the M7 Transmission Shift Lock Control Solenoid Actuator does turn on and off/clicks, etc
- If the M7 Transmission Shift Lock Control Solenoid Actuator does not turn on and off/clicks, etc
- All OK.
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.