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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 44 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSHIFT CABLE (FLOOR SHIFT)INSTALLATION

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Shift Cable (Floor Shift): Installation

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation

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Ensure the transmission is in the mechanical Neutral position. Adjust the shift cable. See SHIFT CABLE under ADJUSTMENTS. Following the shift cable adjustment procedure, install the shift cable end of the shift cable to the gearshift lever stud ball.
Install the retainer to the shift cable and transmission bracket. Feed the shift cable through the floor panel. See Fig 2. Lower the vehicle.
Install the tape and grommet on the shift cable to the floor panel. Install the retainer securing the shift cable to the shift controller. See Fig 1.
Install the console. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in appropriate SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. Install the front mat and carpet.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Cable At Floor Shift Assembly

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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.