Shift Control Cable

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Shift Control Cable
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Shift the transmission into Neutral. Using a flat bladed screwdriver, carefully pry to release the transmission shift control cable adjustment lock. See Fig 1 . Check to be sure that the transmission floor shift control is in the Neutral detent position. Check to be sure that the transmission is in the Neutral detent position. Press to secure the transmission shift control cable adjustment lock. Lower the vehicle.

Fig 1: Releasing/Engaging Shift Control Cable End
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