AOD Help Needed

I installed the UPR OD button relocation kit with a new aluminum shift knob. I had to cut the button wires in order to remove the button asssembly from the stock shift handle. Before bolting everything back together, I tested to make sure everything worked, and it di djust fine. Now nothig happens when I hit the button. No "OD OFF" light on the dash and the OD does not disengage. Two questions, 1) Am I going to screw up the tranny if I continue to drive the car, and 2) anybody got any ideas to fix it? My normally trusty Haynes manual doesn't even mention AOD diagnostics!! Thanks

Rick
02 GT 'Vert