2006 Pontiac GTO AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Locating Park Lock Micro Switch Retaining Screws
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  1. If removed, install the micro switch and wiring harness to the floor shift control base plate.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the park lock micro switch retaining screws (1,2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 0.5 N.m (4 lb in).

  3. Route the wiring harness as shown.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Solenoid Wiring Harness Connector & Retaining Screws
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  4. Install the solenoid.
  5. Install the solenoid retaining screws (4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  6. Connect the solenoid wiring harness connector (1) to the shift lock solenoid.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Selector Lever Housing, Base & Insulator
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  7. Install the insulator (3) to the base.
  8. Connect the selector lever housing (1) to the base (2) by locking the 4 retaining tabs.
    9. Fig 4: View Of Selector Assembly Wiring Harness Connector
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  9. Connect the wiring harness connector (1) to the rear of the selector assembly.
    10. Fig 5: Locating Selector Knob Retaining Screw
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  10. Install the selector knob, then install the selector knob retaining screw (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  11. Install the floor shift control. Refer to Floor Shift Control Replacement in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E/4L65-E.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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