K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2001)
1. Apply Gasket Maker GM P/N 12378517 to the surface of the shift tower.
2. Push the shift tower back through the insulator, position and turn the shift tower back into place.
3. With a flat tool pull back the insulator to install the shift tower bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the 4 bolts securing the shift housing to the transmission.
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Tighten the shift housing bolts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
5. Position the retainer and shift boot onto the shift lever.
6. Install the 4 screws securing the shift boot and insulator to the floor panel.
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Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 inch lbs.).
7. Install 4 plastic retainer plugs securing the shift boot retainer to the shift boot.
8. Install the shift lever to the shift tower. If required, use the shift lever adjusting nut to center the shift lever.
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Tighten the shift lever nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
