OEM 2003 Buick Rendezvous Shift Cable

2003 Buick Rendezvous Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the automatic transmission shift cable on 2003 Buick Rendezvous?

  A: A driver should begin upgrade of the automatic transmission range selector cable by dismantling the throttle body air inlet duct. Start by removing the retaining clip of the automatic transaxle range selector cable using flat-bladed tool and detach the cable from cable lever by using a large flat-bladed tool. Cutting the cable retainers with pliers allows you to extract the cable from its position on the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket. Next, remove the knee bolster. To work on vehicles that have a console shift mechanism you should first disconnect the transaxle shift cable from its floor shift control then remove the console trim plate. The automatic transaxle range selector cable retaining clip needs an initial removal for column shift vehicles before using a flat-bladed tool to detach the cable from the column control lever until complete removal from the steering column bracket. Operate the cowl to pull out the automatic transaxle range selector cable. The cable must be positioned correctly in the engine compartment before being installed through the cowl. To install the cable on column shift vehicles you must hook it to the steering column bracket and retain it with the clip then fasten it to the column control lever. To install the transaxle shift cable on console shift vehicles you should connect it to the floor shift control followed by reinstalling the console trim plate. The process of installation involves setting the knee bolster and connecting the cable to the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket and lever with the retaining clip before cable adjustment and throttle body air inlet duct reinstallation.