Control Cable: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
DO NOT tip battery over 45 degree angle or acid could spill.
NOTE:
Record all pre-set radio stations prior to disconnecting battery and reprogram pre-set stations after repair.
- Move control assembly into Neutral position. Remove battery cover. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect positive battery cable. Loosen battery hold-down screw and remove battery. See Figure . Remove battery cooling box. See BATTERY COOLING BOX .
- Loosen battery tray bracket screws and remove bracket. See Fig 1 . Remove console. See CONSOLE . Using Fascia Retainer Remover Tool (J36346), disconnect control cable from control assembly lever. Depress control cable retainer clip tabs and remove cable from control assembly. See Fig 2 .
- Using fascia retainer remover, disconnect control cable from transaxle range switch lever. Depress control cable retainer clip tabs and remove cable from control cable bracket.
- Position vehicle on hoist and raise vehicle. Remove control cable from cable-to-steering gear assembly retaining clip. Lower vehicle. Remove control cable grommet from dash panel. See Fig 3 . Remove control cable from vehicle.
CAUTION:
Control cable must be disconnected from transaxle range switch lever prior to disconnecting it from control cable bracket. Otherwise damage to manual shift shaft may result, requiring transaxle disassembly.