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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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What does it do? I have a 71 coupe the transmission was changed to an automatic the cable is hooked to the steering column but it is not hooked to the transmission. I am doing a body off restoration and need to remove it.
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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 04:19 PM
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All it does is disable the ignition from working if you keep the lever in the upward position your ignition will work. now everyone correct me lol
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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 04:22 PM
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thats right, locks key when in reverse with a manual, I have manual but it is not hooked up, guess not really to important.
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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 07:16 PM
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Thank you for the info.
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If you want more information on the GM steering column/transmission shift interlock system, here is a link:

http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/wp-co...tems27JL04.doc

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