OEM 2009 Chevrolet Colorado Shift Cable

2009 Chevrolet Colorado Shift Cable Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the shift cable for 2.9L and 3.7L engines on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado?

  A: The replacement process of the shift cable requires 2.9L and 3.7L engines to be parked while raising and supporting the vehicle. The boot area of the cable should not be exposed to any pulling forces. A flat bladed tool should be used to disconnect the shift cable from the transmission range selector lever ball stud by inserting the tool between both components. You should first remove the retainer from the cable then push its locking tabs inward to free it from the bracket. Make an opening into the floor panel by pushing the cable grommet upward then lower the vehicle. Next remove the left hinge pillar trim and pull up the carpet to reach the cable while you disconnect its retainer which is anchored to the lower dash panel. Use a flat blade to disconnect the shift cable which is attached to the transmission range selector lever ball stud by prying the cable end off. Free the cable through the retainer by pulling its locking tabs before you remove it from the steering column bracket. Finally, remove the cable from the vehicle. New shift cable installation requires workers to push it downward through the floor panel before seating the grommet and guiding the cable through the dash mat while attaching the retainer to the lower dash panel. Connect the cable toward the steering column bracket while anchoring the retainer onto the cable. The cable end must be installed onto the range selector lever ball stud while you reposition the driver's side carpet followed by checking the area beneath the accelerator pedal to verify it moves freely. You should install the left hinge pillar trim panel before raising and supporting the vehicle again to install the shift cable on the bracket followed by the cable retainer. The primary lock lockout pin should be removed when installing a new cable after which you must adjust the automatic transmission shift cable before lifting the vehicle down.