Control Cable

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Control Cable
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: Control cable must be disconnected from transaxle range switch lever prior to disconnecting it from control cable bracket. Otherwise damage to manual shift shaft may result, requiring transaxle disassembly.
  1. Move control assembly into Neutral position. Using Fascia Retainer Remover Tool (J-36346), disconnect control cable from transaxle range switch lever.
  2. Disconnect control cable from control cable bracket by depressing control cable retainer clip tabs and pulling up. Release control cable assembly adjustment lock. Slide Black tab back. Insert screwdriver into slot under White tab and pull up on White tab. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
  3. Install control cable into control cable bracket. Secure with control cable retainer clip. An audible snap will be heard when properly installed.
  4. Snap cable end fitting onto ball stud of transaxle range switch lever. An audible snap will be heard when properly installed.
  5. Lock control cable adjustment tab. Push down on White tab to secure in place. Slide Black tab over White tab to lock in place. Verify proper operation.
Fig 1: Releasing Control Cable Adjustment Lock (1 Of 2)
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