GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

The shift tube joint is sheared.

Replace the shift tube assembly. Refer to Lower Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, Column Jacket - Off Vehicle .

The transmission cable is incorrectly adjusted.

Adjust the cable.

The lower shift lever is loose.

Replace the shift tube assembly. Refer to Lower Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, Column Jacket - Off Vehicle .

The lower shift lever weld is sheared.

Replace the shift tube assembly. Refer to Lower Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, Column Jacket - Off Vehicle .