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In this video we diagnose a problem with not being able to shift the automatic transmission into gear. This is almost always due to the transmission shift cable bushing giving out on one end of the transmission shift cable (also known as a transmission control cable). The procedure to do a full transmission shift cable replacement, and the cable shift adjustment, is what we will cover here. The adjustment of the transmission shift cable is crucial, as without following that step you will be unable to shift the transmission into lower gears such as 1st.

The vehicle illustrated is a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban K1500 LT, but the procedure is applicable to any Chevrolet or GMC old body style (OBS) truck from 1996 onwards (OBS carry over models into 2000 as well) including 1500, 2500, and 3500 both C and K models. It would also be applicable to the Cadillac Escalade in this year range. The transmission shift cable part number used is applicable to both the 4L60E and the 4L80E automatic transmissions.

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Silverado Suburban Cheyenne Sierra Tahoe Escalade Yukon Denali W/T

Chapters:
0:00 – Problem overview
1:00 – Disconnecting lower cable end
5:05 – Interior disassembly overview
5:41 – Removing knee bolster
8:35 – Removing knee bolster reinforcement
9:28 – Lower AC vent tips
9:58 – Removing drivers bucket seat
11:46 – Removing knee bolster bracket
12:37 – Disconnecting upper cable end
15:23 – Removing door sill plate
17:00 – Lifting carpet for cable access
18:00 – Under carpet cable routing
19:34 – Removing the cable assembly
20:53 – Comments about bushing replacement
22:05 – Replacement part number
23:33 – Installing replacement cable
27:05 – Fastener torque values
28:05 – Adjusting cable travel

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