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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 86 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSHIFT CABLE (COLUMN SHIFT)INSTALLATION
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD
Shift Cable (Column Shift): Installation
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation
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- Install the cable through the opening in the floor panel. Install the grommet to the floor panel. See Fig 1. Install the sound deadening material that covers the cable. Install the cable to the retainer located next to the accelerator pedal.
- Install the cable to the steering column bracket. Install the retainer that secures the cable to the steering column bracket. Install the cable end to the steering column ball stud.
- Install the carpet and insulation to the drivers side floor area. Install the door sill plate and the left hinge pillar trim panel. Install the knee bolster and instrument panel trim. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in appropriate SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
- Ensure the gearshift lever is in the Neutral position. Raise and support the vehicle. Install the range selector cable to the bracket. Install the retainer (1) to the range selector cable and transmission bracket. See Figure. Ensure the transmission range selector lever is in the Neutral position.
- Adjust cable. See SHIFT CABLE under ADJUSTMENTS. Following the adjustment procedure, install the range selector cable (2) to the range selector cable lever ball stud (1). See Figure.
- Install the positive assurance pin to the bracket. See Figure. Install the transfer case shield, if equipped.
- Lower the vehicle and check for proper operation. Repeat the adjustment procedure if necessary. See SHIFT CABLE under ADJUSTMENTS.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.