Return Spring Confirmation RETURN SPRING CONFIRMATION <

1. Confirm whether the vehicle is equipped with a lock cam return spring. If so, it is not necessary to continue with this rework. Reassemble the floor console in the reverse order of disassembly and submit a Campaign Claim for 0.4 hrs and do not claim for parts. See the Recall Campaign Claim Information section for details. If there is no return spring, continue with Lock Cam Replacement below.

LOCK CAM REPLACEMENT

A new lock cam is included in the parts kit. It is not used unless the vehicle's lock cam is broken. Inspect the "split" post on the lock cam in the area indicated for breakage or weakened material (tang is overly flexible).

The new lock cam has an additional post.

!! IMPORTANT !!
Either of the tangs for the split post could be broken. Broken tangs can occur during lock cam rod installation. Take care when installing the lock cam rod onto this post and inspect it after installation.

If the lock cam is not broken as described, DO NOT REPLACE it. Continue with the Cable Return Spring Installation Procedure.

1. Place the shift lever in the "P" position and the key in the "LOCK" position.

2. Carefully remove the rod from the selector lever lock cam.

!! CAUTION !!
Take care to not break the tangs of the selector lever lock cam post.

3. CAREFULLY remove the lock cam retaining washer using a small screwdriver and needle nosed pliers.

!! CAUTION !!
Take care when removing the retaining washer. If the lock cam mounting post is broken, the shifter assembly must be replaced.

SUGGESTION: Using needle nosed pliers, squeeze the washer while pulling gently towards you. This will fold it and weaken the metal. Use diagonal cutters to twist the washer and work it off by carefully turning the washer like a nut and pulling at the same time.

4. Slightly depress the release button on the top of the shift lever to rotate the lock cam. Remove the lock cam.

5. Install the new lock cam onto the shift lever assembly.

6. Install the new lock cam retaining washer and confirm that it is secure.

NOTE:
Use a small sized socket ( ~ 8 mm) to push the new washer into place.