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BTSI Solenoid - Installation

Assembly Procedure





1. Install the electrical BTSI actuator.





2. Adjust the electrical BTSI actuator.
2.1. Install the shift lever if not present.
2.2. Pull the tab (1 ) out on the block (2) side of the electrical BTSI actuator.
2.3. Shift the column into the neutral position.
2.4. Press on the adjuster block (2) to compress the internal adjuster spring to disengage the adjuster teeth. Slide the adjuster block (2) as far away from the solenoid as possible.
2.5. Shift the column into neutral.
2.6. Lock in place by pushing the tab (1) back in.
3. Inspect the electrical BTSI actuator.
3.1. The electrical BTSI actuator must lock the gear shift lever when it is put into the park position.
3.2. When the column is installed in the vehicle you will not be able to shift the gear shift lever out of the park position without pressing on the brake pedal. The solenoid will be energized.
3.3. Readjust if needed.
4. Install the upper and lower shrouds. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle.