Shift Cable: Service and Repair

Shift Control Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution In Cautions and Notices.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the console.
3. Lift up on the cable retainers.





4. Disconnect the cable ends from the shifter.
5. Depress the locking tabs and remove the forward cable from the anchor.





6. On the transmission end, disconnect the cable from the shift actuator.





7. Remove both cables from the underhood cable bracket.
8. Position the passenger front carpet aside.





9. Remove the right rear floor duct elbow.





10. Separate the grommet from the floor plan.
11. Pull the cables through the passenger floor opening.

Installation Procedure





1. Feed the cable assembly through the passenger floor pan opening.





2. Install the grommet flush with the floor opening.





3. Install the right rear floor side elbow duct.
4. Position and install the passenger side carpet.





5. Install the cables into the underhood bracket.





6. Connect the shift cable to the shift actuator.





7. Connect the cables to the shifter.





8. Press down on the locking tabs.
9. Install the console.
10. Connect the battery.