What is a shift linkage cable?

What is a shift linkage cable? The shift selector cable puts the transmission into the proper gear, which is indicated by the shift selector that it has been moved by the driver. Automatic transmission vehicles

What is a shift linkage cable?

The shift selector cable puts the transmission into the proper gear, which is indicated by the shift selector that it has been moved by the driver. Automatic transmission vehicles normally have one cable that runs from the transmission to the shifter assembly, while manual transmission vehicles have two.

How does a shift linkage work?

The shift cable runs up through the firewall and attaches to this lever. The cable runs from the firewall to the transmission gear shift linkage, where it is attached and held securely in place. As the handle is moved, it either pulls or pushes on the cable. In turn, the cable does the same to the transmission linkage.

What is a column shift linkage?

Column Shift. On a column shift, a rod runs from the handle straight down, and has a lever attached to the end of it near the brake pedal arm. The shift cable runs up through the firewall and attaches to this lever. The cable runs from the firewall to the transmission gear shift linkage, where it is attached and held securely in place.

What is gear shift cable?

The shift selector cable connects the gear shifter, located on the steering column or on a floor mounted console, to the automatic transmission. The cable is typically steel and is protected from the elements by a plastic outer sheath. At each end of the shift cable, often rubber or nylon bushings allow for cable movement and vibration.

How does a transmission linkage work?

The cable runs from the firewall to the transmission gear shift linkage, where it is attached and held securely in place. As the handle is moved, it either pulls or pushes on the cable. In turn, the cable does the same to the transmission linkage.

What is a cable shifter?

The shifter incorporates two cables, one that operates the brake and one that controls the derailleur. The derailleur is the mechanism that moves the chain to a given sprocket. The derailleur cable is also known as a shifter cable. Generally, shifter cables are replaced as part of a yearly tune-up or if the cable is frayed or damaged at any point.