For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

J 35823 Shift Shaft Seal Installer

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the assembly from the case.
2. Remove the E-clip and the compression spring.
3. Using a pin punch and a hammer, driver out the slotted spring pins from the shift inner levers number 1 and number 2.
4. Remove the shift inner lever number 2.
5. Remove the following components:

• | The shift inner lever number 1

• | The shift interlock plate.

6. Using a pin punch and a hammer, driver out the slotted spring pin from the select inner lever.
7. Remove the following components:

• | The select inner lever

• | The compression spring

• | The spring seat

8. Remove the snap ring from the lever shaft using two screwdrivers and a hammer.
9. Remove the lever shaft and boot.
10. Remove the shaft seal.
11. Inspect the following parts for excessive wear or damage. Replace components as required:

• | The lever and boot

• | The select inner lever

• | The shift inner lever number 1 and number 2

• | The compression spring and seats

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the shaft seal using a J 35823 .
2. Coat the shaft lightly with GM P/N 1051344.

Important: Make sure to install the boot in the correct direction. Position the air bleed of the boot downward.

3. Install the following components:

• | The boot

• | The lever shaft

4. Install the following components:

• | The snap ring

• | The spring seat

5. Install the following components:

• | The compression spring

• | The select inner lever

6. Install the spring pin using a pin punch and a hammer.
7. Install the number 1 shift inner lever by aligning the interlock plate.
8. Install the number 2 shift inner lever.
9. Install the slotted pin in the number 2 shift lever using a pin punch and a hammer.
10. Install the following components:

• | The compression spring

• | The seat

• | The E-clip

11. Install the assembly into the case.