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Transmission Shift Cable

Critical For Operation

Transmission

Connects the gear shifter to the transmission, allowing the driver to change gears.

The transmission shift cable transmits the movement of the gear shifter to the transmission, ensuring that the selected gear is engaged accurately and smoothly, allowing the driver to control the vehicle’s speed and direction.

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Typical part cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typical labor cost
$100–$300🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
4/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Transmission Shift Cable is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Difficulty shifting gears
Transmission slipping

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Transmission Shift Cable

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Inspect Transmission Shift Cable

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Repair Transmission Shift Cable

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