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2002 Chevrolet Blazer

Powertrain Diagnostics & Repair / Transmissions / Automatic Trans / SHIFT INTERLOCK
SYSTEMS

NOTE: Oldsmobile Bravada information applies to 2001 model year only. For 2002 model year information, see SHIFT
INTERLOCK SYSTEMS - BRAVADA, ENVOY & TRAILBLAZER article.

WARNING: Vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system. When servicing vehicle, use care to avoid
accidental air bag deployment. SIR system-related components are located in various locations throughout interior and
exterior of vehicle, depending on application. Do not use electrical test equipment on or near these circuits. If necessary,
deactivate SIR system before servicing components. See appropriate AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in
GENERAL INFORMATION.

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

INTRODUCTION
The automatic transmission shift lock control is a safety device that prevents an inadvertent shift out of Park when the ignition switch is ON.
The driver must press the brake pedal before moving the gearshift lever out of the Park position. The system consists of the following
components:
Shift lock solenoid (also known as "BTSI solenoid" or "actuator").
Shift lock control switch (stoplamp switch).
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch.

With the ignition switch in the ON position, battery positive voltage is supplied to the PNP switch. When the transmission is in Park, the
contacts in the PNP switch are closed. This allows current to flow through the switch to the stoplamp switch. The circuit continues through
the normally closed switch to the shift lock solenoid. The shift lock solenoid is permanently grounded. This energizes the shift lock solenoid,
mechanically locking the shift linkage in the Park position. When the driver presses the brake pedal, the contacts in the stoplamp switch
open causing the shift lock solenoid to de-energize. This allows the gearshift lever to move from the Park position.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRIC PARK LOCK (FLOOR SHIFT ONLY)

If the vehicle is equipped with a floor-mounted console gear shifter, an added safety feature is an electric park lock system in the steering
column. The electric park lock system prevents the steering wheel from being locked when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is
moving. The column ignition lock system consists of a steering column electric park lock and a park position switch, that is located in the
stoplamp switch. The park key lock actuator contains a spring-loaded pin that mechanically prevents the ignition key cylinder from being
turned to the LOCK position when the transmission is not in Park. If vehicle power is lost or the transmission is not in Park, the operator will
not be able to turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and will not be able to remove the ignition key from the column.

SHIFT LOCK BYPASS PROCEDURE (FLOOR SHIFT ONLY)

In the event service is required, a park lock solenoid manual release lever is located on the top right side of the floor shift assembly, under
the gearshift lever trim boot. To operate the manual release lever, block the wheels and apply the parking brake. Lift the gearshift lever boot
to expose the release lever. See FLOOR SHIFT BOOT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Push the release lever towards the front of the
vehicle and move the gearshift lever to the Neutral position.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT

Begin the system diagnosis by reviewing DESCRIPTION & OPERATION. Reviewing the description and operation information will help you
determine the correct symptom diagnostic procedure when a malfunction exists. Reviewing the description and operation information will
also help you determine if the condition described by the customer is normal operation. See SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS in order to identify the
correct procedure for diagnosing the system and where the procedure is located.

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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS

Visual/Physical Inspection
Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the shift lock control system. Inspect easily accessible or visible system
components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

Intermittents
Intermittent faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Check for loose, bent or corroded terminals
and terminal tension. Check for cut, bare or pinched wiring. Simulate the condition that is potentially causing the intermittent connection,
either by wiggling the connections or the wiring, test driving or performing other operations while observing scan tool, DVOM or other
testing equipment. See WIRING DIAGRAMS.

Symptom List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:
Park Lock Solenoid Inoperative
Shift Lever Does Not Move With Brake Pedal Depressed
Shift Lever Can Be Moved Without Brake Pedal Depressed

See appropriate test under SYMPTOM TESTS.

SYMPTOM TESTS

CAUTION: Use caution when probing fuses or junction blocks, or any connectors. Damage may result to connector or terminal if
probe being used is too large. Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges,
damage may result.

SYMPTOM TEST INDEX

Symptom Test

Park Lock Solenoid Inoperative (Floor Shift) A

Shift Lever Does Not Move With Brake Pedal Depressed (Column Shift) B

Shift Lever Does Not Move with Brake Pedal Depressed (Floor Shift) C

Shift Lever Can Be Moved Without Brake Pedal Depressed (Column Shift) D

Shift Lever Can Be Moved Without Brake Pedal Depressed (Floor Shift) E

TEST A: PARK LOCK SOLENOID INOPERATIVE (FLOOR SHIFT)

NOTE: For circuit reference, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION and WIRING DIAGRAMS .

1. Did you review the DESCRIPTION and OPERATION and perform the necessary inspections? If so, go to next step. If not, see
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION.
2. Place the gearshift lever in the Park position. Turn ignition switch to the OFF position. Depress the brake pedal. Attempt to move the
gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, go to next step. If not, check for
intermittent condition. See SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
3. Disconnect the park lock solenoid. See STEERING COLUMN PARK LOCK SOLENOID (FLOOR SHIFT) under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. Press and hold the brake pedal. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does the gearshift
lever move out of the Park position? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
4. Inspect park lock solenoid for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
5. Repair the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire) for a short to voltage. After repairs, go to step .
6. Replace the park lock solenoid. See FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to next step.
7. Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, system is okay. If not, go to step .

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TEST B: GEARSHIFT LEVER DOES NOT MOVE WITH BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED (COLUMN
SHIFT)

NOTE: For circuit reference, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION and WIRING DIAGRAMS .

1. Did you review the DESCRIPTION and OPERATION and perform the necessary inspections? If so, go to next step. If not, see
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION.
2. Turn ignition switch to the ON position. Depress the brake pedal. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does
the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, check for an intermittent condition. See SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under
TROUBLE SHOOTING. If not, go to next step.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Disconnect the stoplamp switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Press and
hold the brake pedal. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park
position? If so, go to step . If not, go to next step.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid. See SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID (COLUMN SHIFT)
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Press and hold the brake pedal. Attempt to move
the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, go to step . If not, go to
step .
5. Inspect the stoplamp switch for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
6. Inspect the shift lock solenoid for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
7. Repair the short to voltage in the shift lock solenoid voltage supply circuit (Dark Green/White wire). After repairs, go to step .
8. Replace the stoplamp switch. See STOPLAMP SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to step .
9. Replace the shift lock solenoid. See SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID (COLUMN SHIFT) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs,
go to next step.
10. Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, system is okay. If not, go to step .

TEST C: GEARSHIFT LEVER DOES NOT MOVE WITH BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED (FLOOR SHIFT)

NOTE: For circuit reference, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION and WIRING DIAGRAMS .

1. Did you review the DESCRIPTION and OPERATION and perform the necessary inspections? If so, go to next step. If not, see
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION.
2. Turn ignition switch to the ON position. Depress the brake pedal. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does
the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, check for an intermittent condition. See SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under
TROUBLE SHOOTING. If not, go to next step.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Disconnect the stoplamp switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Press and
hold the brake pedal. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park
position? If so, go to step . If not, go to next step.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid. See FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Press and hold the brake pedal. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out
of the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, go to step . If not, go to next step.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Connect a test light between ground and the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit
(Light Green/Black wire) at the park lock solenoid. See STEERING COLUMN PARK LOCK SOLENOID (FLOOR SHIFT) under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the test light illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not,
go to step .
6. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Connect a test light between the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light
Green/Black wire) and the ground circuit (Black wire) at the park lock solenoid. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the
test light illuminate? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
7. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Connect a test light between ground and the PNP switch park signal circuit (Light Green
wire) at the BTSI fuse. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the test light illuminate? If so, go to step . If not, go to next
step.
8. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Connect a test light between ground and the ignition feed circuit (Pink wire) at the PNP
switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the test light illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not go to step .
9. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Connect a test light between ground and the park signal circuit (Light Green wire) at the
PNP switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the test light illuminate? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
10. Inspect the stoplamp switch for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
11. Inspect the shift lock solenoid for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not go to step .

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12. Inspect for proper PNP switch adjustment. See appropriate AUTOMATIC article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. Inspect the
PNP switch for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
13. Repair the short to voltage in the shift lock solenoid voltage supply circuit (Dark Green/White wire). After repairs, go to step .
14. Repair the open in the shift lock solenoid ground circuit (Black wire). After repairs, go to step .
15. Repair the open in the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire). After repairs, go to step .
16. Repair the open in the PNP switch ignition feed circuit (Pink wire). After repairs, go to step .
17. Repair the open in the PNP switch park signal circuit (Light Green wire). After repairs, go to step .
18. Replace the stoplamp switch. See STOPLAMP SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to step .
19. Replace the shift lock solenoid assembly. See FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to
step .
20. Replace the PNP switch. See appropriate AUTOMATIC article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. After repairs, go to next step.
21. Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, system is okay. If not, go to step .

TEST D: GEARSHIFT LEVER CAN BE MOVED WITHOUT BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED (COLUMN
SHIFT)

NOTE: For circuit reference, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION and WIRING DIAGRAMS .

1. Did you review the DESCRIPTION and OPERATION and perform the necessary inspections? If so, go to next step. If not, see
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION.
2. Apply the parking brake and block the wheels. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of
the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, go to next step. If not, condition is intermittent. See
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Ensure gearshift lever is in the Park position. Connect a test light between ground and
the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire) at the BTSI fuse. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Does the test light illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
4. Connect a test light between ground and the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire). Does the test light
illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
5. Connect a test light between ground and stoplamp switch output circuit (Dark Green/White wire). Press and release the brake pedal
several times. Does the test light turn ON and OFF with the brake pedal? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
6. Connect a test light between ground and the voltage supply circuit (Dark Green/White wire) at the shift lock solenoid. Does the test
light illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
7. Test the shift lock solenoid ground circuit (Black wire) for an open or high resistance. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go
to step . If not, go to step .
8. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Disconnect the PNP switch harness connector. Connect a test light between ground
and the ignition feed circuit (Pink wire) at the PNP switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the test light illuminate?
If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
9. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Connect a 10-amp fused jumper between the ignition feed circuit (Pink wire) and the
park signal circuit (Light Green wire) at the PNP switch. Connect a test light between ground and the stoplamp switch voltage supply
circuit (Light Green/Black wire) at the BTSI fuse. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Does the test light illuminate? If so, go
to next step. If not, go to step .
10. Inspect for proper PNP switch adjustment. See appropriate AUTOMATIC article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. Inspect the
PNP switch for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
11. Inspect the stoplamp switch for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
12. Inspect the shift lock solenoid for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
13. Repair the open or short in the PNP switch ignition feed circuit (Pink wire). After repairs, go to step .
14. Repair the open or short in the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire). After repairs, go to step .
15. Repair the open in the shift lock solenoid voltage supply circuit (Dark Green/White wire). After repairs, go to step .
16. Repair the open or short in the PNP switch park signal circuit (Light Green wire). After repairs, go to step .
17. Replace the PNP switch. See appropriate AUTOMATIC article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. After repairs, go to step .
18. Replace the stoplamp switch. See STOPLAMP SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to step .
19. Replace the shift lock solenoid. See SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID (COLUMN SHIFT) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
20. Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, system is okay. If not, go to step .

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TEST E: GEARSHIFT LEVER CAN BE MOVED WITHOUT BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED (FLOOR
SHIFT)

NOTE: For circuit reference, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION and WIRING DIAGRAMS .

1. Did you review the DESCRIPTION and OPERATION and perform the necessary inspections? If so, go to next step. If not, see
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION.
2. Apply the parking brake and block the wheels. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Attempt to move the gearshift lever out of
the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, go to next step. If not, condition is intermittent. See
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
3. Place gearshift lever in the Park position. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Press and hold the brake pedal. Attempt to
move the gearshift lever out of the Park position. Does the gearshift lever move out of the Park position? If so, see TEST A: PARK
LOCK SOLENOID INOPERATIVE (FLOOR SHIFT). If not, go to next step.
4. Connect a test light between ground and the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire). Does the test light
illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
5. Connect a test light between ground and the stoplamp switch output circuit (Dark Green/White wire). Press and release the brake
pedal several times. Does the test light turn ON and OFF with the brake pedal? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
6. Connect a test light between ground and the voltage supply circuit (Dark Green/White wire) at the shift lock solenoid. Does the test
light illuminate? If so, go to next step. If not, go to step .
7. Test the shift lock solenoid ground circuit (Black wire) for an open or high resistance. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go
to step . If not, go to step .
8. Inspect the stoplamp switch for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
9. Inspect the shift lock solenoid for poor connections. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, go to step . If not, go to step .
10. Repair the open or short in the stoplamp switch voltage supply circuit (Light Green/Black wire). After repairs, go to step .
11. Repair the open in the shift lock solenoid voltage supply circuit (Dark Green/White wire). After repairs, go to step .
12. Replace the stoplamp switch. See STOPLAMP SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to step .
13. Replace the shift lock solenoid. See FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
14. Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you find and correct the condition? If so, system is okay. If not, go to step .

ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system. When servicing vehicle, use care to avoid
accidental air bag deployment. SIR system-related components are located in various locations throughout interior and
exterior of vehicle, depending on application. Do not use electrical test equipment on or near these circuits. If necessary,
deactivate SIR system before servicing components. See appropriate AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in
GENERAL INFORMATION.

NOTE: For additional adjustment procedure information, see appropriate AUTOMATIC article in TRANSMISSION SERVICING.

SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID (COLUMN SHIFT)

NOTE: Floor shift models are not adjustable.

NOTE: This procedure is accomplished with all necessary trim removed. For additional information, see appropriate procedure
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.

Shift lock solenoid is located on steering column. See Fig. 1- Fig. 3 . Pull locking tab outward from adjusting block. See Fig. 4. Press on
adjusting block to disengage adjusting teeth. Slide adjuster block as far away from actuator as possible. Lock adjuster block in place by
pushing inward on tab. Ensure proper system operation.

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Fig. 1: Exploded View Of Steering Column Components

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Fig. 2: Identifying Park Lock Cable (Column Shift)

Fig. 3: Locating Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid (Column Shift)

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Fig. 4: Adjusting Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid (Column Shift)

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNING: Vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system. When servicing vehicle, use care to avoid
accidental air bag deployment. SIR system-related components are located in various locations throughout interior and
exterior of vehicle, depending on application. Do not use electrical test equipment on or near these circuits. If necessary,
deactivate SIR system before servicing components. See appropriate AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in
GENERAL INFORMATION.

CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may
exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. Before disconnecting battery, see COMPUTER RELEARN
PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.

FLOOR CONSOLE

Removal

1. Remove the shift handle retaining clip at the front of the handle. See Fig. 5. Remove the shift handle from the gearshift lever.
2. Open the console lid. Remove the console compartment inserts. See Fig. 6. Remove the transmission select switch (if equipped).
See Fig. 7.
3. Remove the nuts that retain the rear of the console. Remove the cup holder insert.
4. Remove the screws that retain the front of the console to the vehicle. See Fig. 8. Remove the console from the vehicle.

Installation

1. Install the console to the vehicle. Install the screws that retain the front of the console. See Fig. 8. Tighten the screws to 63 INCH
lbs. (7 N.m).
2. Install the cup holder insert. Install the nuts that retain the rear of the console. Tighten the nuts to 89 INCH lbs. (10 N.m).
3. Install the transmission select switch (if equipped). See Fig. 7. Install the console compartment insert. See Fig. 6.
4. Install the console compartment insert screws. Tighten the nuts to 17 INCH lbs. (1.9 N.m). Install the shift handle to the gearshift
lever. See Fig. 5. Install the shift handle retaining clip at the front of the handle.

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Fig. 5: Removing & Installing Shift Handle Retainer

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Fig. 6: Removing & Installing Console Inserts

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Fig. 7: Removing & Installing A/T Select Switch

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Fig. 8: Removing & Installing Floor Console

FLOOR SHIFT BOOT

Removal
Remove the retainer securing the shift boot to the console trim. See Fig. 9. Remove the shift boot from the console trim by lightly prying on
the boot tabs.

Installation
Install the shift boot to the console trim. Install the retainer securing the shift boot to the console trim. See Fig. 9.

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Fig. 9: Removing & Installing Shift Boot

FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL

Removal

1. Remove the gearshift lever handle and boot assembly. See FLOOR SHIFT BOOT.
2. Remove the shift control cover. See Fig. 10. Remove floor console, if equipped. Remove the retainer and shift cable from shift
control. See Fig. 11.
3. Remove the nuts securing the shift controller to the floor panel. See Fig. 12. Remove shift lock solenoid connector. See Fig. 13.
Remove the floor shift control from the floor panel.

Installation

1. Install the floor shift control to the floor panel. Install the nuts securing the shift controller to the floor panel. Tighten the nuts to 18
INCH lbs. (25 N.m). See Fig. 12. Install shift lock solenoid connector. See Fig. 13.
2. Install the shift cable onto shift control. Install cable retainer clip. See Fig. 11.
3. Install the shift control cover. Install floor console, if equipped. See appropriate procedure.
4. Install the gearshift lever handle and boot assembly.

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Fig. 10: Removing & Installing Shift Control Cover

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Fig. 11: Removing & Installing Shift Cable At Shift Control Assembly

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Fig. 12: Removing & Installing Shift Control Assembly

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Fig. 13: Removing & Installing Shift Lock Harness Connectors

KNEE BOLSTER

Removal

1. Set the parking brake. Block the wheels. Remove the left-side instrument panel sound insulator. See LEFT INSULATOR PANEL.
2. Remove the lower instrument panel sound insulator. See LOWER INSULATOR PANEL. Release the parking brake release cable
from the parking brake lever.
3. Remove the screw that retains the courtesy light to the knee bolster. See Fig. 14.
4. Remove the screws that retain the knee bolster trim panel to the instrument panel. See Fig. 15. Remove the knee bolster trim panel
from the vehicle.

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Fig. 14: Removing & Installing Left-Side Courtesy Light

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Fig. 15: Removing & Installing Knee Bolster

Installation

1. Install the knee bolster trim panel to the vehicle. Install the screws that retain the knee bolster trim panel to the instrument panel.
Tighten the Torx® screws to 80 INCH lbs. (9 N.m). Tighten the hex head screws to 17 INCH lbs. (1.9 N.m).
2. Install the screw that retains the courtesy light to the knee bolster. See Fig. 14. Install the parking brake release cable to the parking
brake lever.
3. Install the lower instrument panel sound insulator. See LOWER INSULATOR PANEL. Install the left-side instrument panel sound
insulator. See LEFT INSULATOR PANEL.

LEFT INSULATOR PANEL

Removal

1. Remove the screws that retain the Data Link Connector (DLC) to the instrument panel sound insulator. Feed the DLC through the
hole in the sound insulator. Remove the screws that retain the instrument panel sound insulator to the knee bolster and the cowl
panel. See Fig. 16.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the remote control door lock receiver module. Remove and retain the remote control door
lock receiver module from the instrument panel sound insulator, if equipped.

Installation

1. Install the remote control door lock receiver module to the instrument panel sound insulator. Connect the electrical connector to the
remote door lock receiver module. Install the screw that retains the instrument panel sound insulator to the cowl panel. Tighten the
screw to 17 INCH lbs. (1.9 N.m).
2. Install the screws that retain the instrument panel sound insulator to the knee bolster. See Fig. 16. Tighten the screws to 17 INCH
lbs. (1.9 N.m). Feed the DLC through the hole in the instrument panel sound insulator. Install the screws that retain the DLC to the
instrument panel sound insulator. Tighten the screws to 21 INCH lbs. (2.4 N.m).

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Fig. 16: Removing & Installing Left Insulator Panel

LOWER INSULATOR PANEL

Removal

1. Remove the screws that retain the instrument panel sound insulator to the knee bolster, instrument panel, heater assembly and the
floor duct.
2. Remove the instrument panel sound insulator from the vehicle. See Fig. 17. Disconnect the electrical connector from the accessory
power outlet, if equipped.

Installation

1. Connect the electrical connector to the accessory power outlet, if equipped.

2. Install the instrument panel sound insulator to the vehicle. See Fig. 17. Install the screws that retain the instrument panel sound
insulator to the knee bolster, instrument panel, and the floor duct. Tighten the screws to 13 INCH lbs. (1.5 N.m).
3. Install the screw that retains the instrument panel sound insulator to the heater assembly. Tighten the screw to 13 INCH lbs. (1.5
N.m).

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Fig. 17: Removing & Installing Lower Insulator Panel

SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID (COLUMN SHIFT)

NOTE: Shift lock solenoid is also referred to as "BTSI solenoid" or "shift lock actuator".

Removal

1. Disable the SIR system. See appropriate AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION. Remove
the steering column trim covers. See STEERING COLUMN PARK LOCK SOLENOID (FLOOR SHIFT).
2. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid harness connector. Put the shift lever clevis into the Neutral position. See Fig. 1.
3. Use a small screwdriver to pry the shift lock solenoid away from the steering column jacket and the cable shift cam assembly.
Remove the shift lock solenoid. See Fig. 3.

Installation

1. Firmly install the shift lock solenoid onto the steering column jacket and the cable shift cam assembly. Connect the shift lock
solenoid harness connector.
2. Adjust the shift lock solenoid (with the shift lever clevis in the Neutral position) as follows:
A. Pull out the tab (1) on the adjuster block side (2) of the shift lock solenoid. See Fig. 4.
B. Press on the adjuster block (2) to compress the internal adjuster spring which disengages the adjuster teeth. Slide the
adjuster block (2) as far away from the solenoid as possible. See Fig. 4.
C. Lock the adjuster block (2) in place by pushing in on the tab (1). See Fig. 4.
3. Inspect the shift lock solenoid for the following operation:
A. The shift lock solenoid must lock the shift lever clevis when the shift lever clevis is placed in the Park position.

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B. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and depress the brake pedal to move the gearshift lever out of the Park position.
The actuator should energize. See Fig. 4. Readjust the shift lock solenoid, if needed.
4. Install the steering column trim covers. Enable the SIR system. See appropriate AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in
GENERAL INFORMATION.

STEERING COLUMN PARK LOCK SOLENOID (FLOOR SHIFT)

CAUTION: Place the steering column in the center position with ignition switch in LOCK position. Failure to do so may result in
damage to SIR coil.

Removal

1. Remove the tilt knob. Use a small screwdriver to pull the filler plug out of the bottom of the lower trim cover. See Fig. 18. Use the
screwdriver to push up on the manual override of the electric park lock (1). See Fig. 19.
2. Turn the key to the LOCK position. Remove the key. Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) from the lower trim cover (2). See
Fig. 20. Remove the lower trim cover (2) from the upper trim cover. See Fig. 21.
3. Tilt the lower trim cover down. Slide the lower trim cover backward in order to disengage the locking tabs. Remove the 2 Torx® head
screws (1) from the upper trim cover (2). See Fig. 22.
4. Remove the upper trim cover (2) from the steering column. Remove the black connector (2) from the electric park lock (3). See Fig.
23. Remove the Torx® head screw (1) from the electric park lock (3). See Fig. 23.
5. Press on the electric park lock (2) with a small screwdriver and at the same time pull the electric park lock (2) out of the electronic
lock module assembly (1).

Installation

1. Install the electric park lock (2) into the electronic lock module assembly (1). See Fig. 23. Screw the Torx® head screw into the
electric park lock. Tighten the Torx® head screw to 13 INCH lbs. (1.5 N.m). Install the black connector (2) into the electric park lock
(3). See Fig. 23.
2. Install the upper trim cover (2) onto the steering column. See Fig. 22. Screw the 2 Torx® head screws into the upper trim cover.
Tighten the 2 Torx® head screws to 13 INCH lbs. (1.5 N.m).
3. Install the lower trim cover (2) onto the upper trim cover. See Fig. 21. Match the tab slots on the lower trim cover with the locking
tabs on the upper trim cover.
4. Tilt the lower trim cover up. Slide the lower trim cover forward until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots. See Fig. 21.
5. Screw the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) into the lower trim cover (2). Tighten the 2 pan head tapping screws to 31 INCH lbs. (3.5
N.m). See Fig. 20. Install the tilt knob into the lower trim cover.

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Fig. 18: Removing Filler Plug

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Fig. 19: Depressing Manual Override

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Fig. 20: Removing & Installing Trim Cover Screws

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Fig. 21: Removing & Installing Lower Trim Cover

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Fig. 22: Removing & Installing Upper Trim Cover Screw

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Fig. 23: Exposed View Of Upper Steering Column

STOPLAMP SWITCH

Removal
Remove the pushrod retainer from the brake pedal pin. See Fig. 24. Remove the stoplamp switch and the pushrod from the brake pedal
pin. See Fig. 25. Disconnect the electrical connector from the stoplamp switch. See Fig. 26.

Installation
Install the electrical connector to the stoplamp switch. See Fig. 26. Install the stoplamp switch and the pushrod to the brake pedal pin. See
Fig. 25. Install the pushrod retainer on the brake pedal pin. The retainer will snap into place. See Fig. 24.

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Fig. 24: Removing & Installing Stoplamp Switch Retainer

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Fig. 25: Removing & Installing Stoplamp Switch On Pedal Pin

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Fig. 26: Removing & Installing Stoplamp Switch Harness Connector

CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION

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Fig. 27: Locating PNP Switch Harness Connectors

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Fig. 28: Identifying Shift Lock Solenoid Harness Connector Terminals (Floor Shift)

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Fig. 29: Identifying Park Lock Solenoid Harness Connector Terminals

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Fig. 30: Identifying PNP Harness Connector (C1) Terminals

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Fig. 31: Identifying PNP Harness Connector (C2) Terminals

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Fig. 32: Identifying Stoplamp Switch Harness Connector Terminals

WIRING DIAGRAMS
Fig. 33: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (2001 Blazer, Jimmy, Sonoma & S10 Pickup - With Column Shift)

Fig. 34: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (2001 Bravada & Jimmy - With Floor Shift)

Fig. 35: Electronic Park Lock System Wiring Diagram (2001 Bravada & Jimmy - With Floor Shift)

Fig. 36: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (2002 Blazer - Jimmy Canadian, Sonoma & S10 Pickup - With Column Shift)

Fig. 37: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (2002 Blazer - Jimmy Canadian With Floor Shift)

Created/Modified Date: 2/17/2012 8:13:53 AM

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