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The gear shift linkage on my 2003 Anniversary automatic transmission has snapped and will not shift out of park. I am trying to remove the gear shift **** so that I can remove the center console. I have removed the push button and the manual says that the **** should unscrew. I have applied twisting pressure, but the **** will not turn. I am afraid to apply too much pressure and break something. Am I missing something or is it just hard to unscrew? Thanks,
The gear shift linkage on my 2003 Anniversary automatic transmission has snapped and will not shift out of park. I am trying to remove the gear shift **** so that I can remove the center console...
I'm afraid you unnecessarily complicated yourself. Usually the shifter cable is fine and it is just a broken bushing at one of its ends. As you can see in the pictures below, there's no need to dismantle the **** to remove the center console and replace the bushing.
In my case, the bushing on the console's end of the cable was the one that disintegrated, but I replaced the bushings on both ends for peace of mind. I'm glad I did because the one on the transmission's end disintegrated in my hands just by looking at it
It's true that one have to be careful not to bend this cable too much, but what you can safely flex it, is enough to replace the bushing. I took these pictures when I replaced mine:
After inserting the new bushing:
As mentioned above, even though at this point most probably only 1 gave up, take the opportunity and replace bushings at both ends.
Thanks to everyone for all the information. I ordered the correct replacement bushings from Eckler’s. I placed the linkage end loosely over the ball, then I snapped the bushing over the linkage ball. The bushing is compressed around the ball by snapping the bushing into the linkage housing. I have check the connection several times over the past week and it seems to be holding tight. ��
...I ordered the correct replacement bushings from Eckler’s... ...I have check the connection several times over the past week and it seems to be holding tight. ��
Overpriced replacement bushings?... There's no doubt about it. Corvette tax at its best: $26 + $10 shipping is 3 times what the Dorman kit costs at Amazon ($12 and free 2-day Prime shipping).
Correct replacement bushings?... Not so sure. The OEM ones do not have any splitting cut to facilitate installation, which could also compromise safety and a long lasting repair.
I am having the EXACT same problem. I do not see a retaining clip. I see the picture exactly like the picture you posted. Where is the retaining clip located and what does it look like????
Can you please tell me where to find this retaining clip??? Better yet, please send a picture.
The clip for the shift **** is like a large staple. It's located at the lower front edge of the know. Look closely, because it's black, and matches the know color closely. As previously posted, it doesn't absolutely need to be removed......
Last edited by grinder11; Mar 29, 2022 at 01:07 PM.
How to remove automatic gear shift ****?
