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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 193 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSHIFT CABLE (COLUMN SHIFT)REMOVAL
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
Shift Cable (Column Shift): Removal
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Removal
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- Apply the parking brake.
- Position the gearshift lever in the Neutral position.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Disconnect the range selector cable (2) from the range selector lever ball stud (1). See Figure.
- Remove the positive assurance pin (2) from the bracket. See Figure.
- Remove the retainer (1) from the range selector cable and transmission bracket. See Figure.
- Depress the tangs and remove the range selector cable from the bracket.
- Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped.
- Push the range selector cable grommet up through the floor panel of the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the instrument panel trim and knee bolster. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in appropriate SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS article.
- Remove the door sill plate and the left hinge pillar trim panel.
- Place the drivers seat in the most rearward position.
- Pull back the carpet and insulation around the driver's area. See Fig 1.
- Remove the cable end from the steering column ball stud.
- Remove the retainer securing the cable to the steering column bracket.
- Depress the tangs and remove the cable from the steering column bracket.
- Remove the cable from the retainer located next to the accelerator pedal.
- Remove the sound deadening material from the floor panel that covers the cable.
- Pull the cable up through the opening in the floor panel and remove the cable from the vehicle. See Fig 1.
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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.