Shift Cable: Adjustments

Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment (5.3L)

Adjustment Procedure

1. Ensure that the shift control is in the park (P) position.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
3. Ensure that the range selector cable is not restricted.




4. Pull back the plastic cover (1) on the center connector.




5. Pull up on the center tabs of the lock button (2).





Important: This step must be performed correctly to avoid a misadjusted cable. Do not grasp the shift cable end (2) during this procedure.


6. Release the shift cable end (2) and allow the spring to tension/adjust the shift cable system.
7. Pull the cover (3) on the shift cable end (1) back.




8. Push the lock button (2) down to engage the locking teeth on the shift cable end (1).




9. Release the cover (1).




10. Verify the cover (1) conceals the lock (2).
11. If the cover (1) does not conceal the lock (2), the shift cable must be readjusted.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Check the vehicle for proper operation.