OEM 2008 Chevrolet Impala Shift Cable

2008 Chevrolet Impala Shift Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the automatic transmission shift cable on 2008 Chevrolet Impala?

  A: The first step in automatic transmission range selector cable replacement is to remove the air cleaner outlet duct which depends on the engine type (3.5L, 3.9L, or 5.3L). Detach the cable first from the wiring harness clip before removing the cable retainer and disconnecting it from the automatic transaxle selector lever as well as bracket. You should first remove the floor console when present before pulling back the carpet to reach the cable. Start by extracting the cable retainer from the console shift control before disconnecting the cable both from the console shift control and its attached bracket. It is necessary to remove the left knee bolster bracket before disconnecting the cable from the shift control lever which uses a steering column shift control. You should use mechanics wire to create a loop at the cable end which you will pass through the cowl opening. The installation requires you to pass the new cable into the cowl hole then pull out the mechanics wire. You should attach the cable to the steering column shift control lever while also reinstalling the left knee bolster bracket. In floor console shift control operations you should connect the cable to both the console shift control bracket and the control system before securing the retainer. After position adjustment of the carpet you must reinstall the front floor console. The cable route needs to be proper before you attach the cable to the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket and lever while securing the retainer. Join the shift control cable to the transaxle cable through the snapping process after placing both systems in neutral position by insertion of their matching metal end fittings. Push the adjuster clip forward to activate the adjuster housing and at the same time insert and align the end fittings until the adjuster clip reaches complete depression for successful cable adjustment. Test the full system adjustment by pulling the conduit ensuring that the horseshoe clip with the tab becomes completely flush against the linkage. The cable installation completes by connecting it to the wiring harness clip or strap before making any necessary cable adjustments to finally reinstall the air cleaner outlet duct based on the engine type.