Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Adjustment Buick Rendezvous I

Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Adjustment

Note. Adjust the automatic transaxle range selector cable while the transaxle and while the gear selector are in the Neutral position only. Failure to do so may cause mis-adjustment.

1. Set the parking brake.
2. Block the wheels.
3. Use an appropriate tool to pry on the automatic transaxle range selector cable terminal at the automatic transaxle range selector lever pin to remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable terminal from the transaxle manual shaft lever pin. DO NOT pry and DO NOT pull up on any other part of the automatic transaxle range selector cable or damage may occur.
4. Fully lift the adjuster lock button. Ensure the adjuster is free to move.
5. Rotate the automatic transaxle range selector lever fully counterclockwise to the Park gear, then rotate the lever clockwise 2 clicks into the Neutral gear to place the automatic transaxle range selector lever in the Neutral gear.
6. Perform the following steps to place the inside car gear shifter in the Neutral position: Rotate the shift lever to the Low 1 position, fully down. Push forward on the lever while slowly pushing up. The gear shift lever moves up while clicking over the gear over travel stops. Release the gear shift lever once the gear shift lever stops solidly. The gear shift lever is in the Neutral gear.
7. Grasp the automatic transaxle range selector cable terminal in the underhood.
8. Pull the automatic transaxle range selector cable terminal toward the pin on the automatic transaxle range selector lever. The automatic transaxle range selector cable adjuster spring should compress as the terminal is moved toward the pin.
9. Carefully push down the pin until the pin snaps to attach the pin to the automatic transaxle range selector lever. Do NOT move the automatic transaxle range selector lever out of position. DO NOT pull the terminal beyond the pin then push back or the shifter may move out of the Neutral gear.
10. Press the adjuster lock button down flush with the adjuster body.
11. Shift to Park.
12. Release the parking brake while applying the service brake.
13. Start the engine.
14. Ensure all the indicated gear positions match the vehicle response.

1. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls-3.4L.
2. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable from the cable lever and the bracket. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement) .
3. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket bolts.
4. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket.

1. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket.
2. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket bolts. Tighten: Tighten the automatic transaxle range selector cable bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
3. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable to the cable lever and the bracket. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement) .
4. Adjust the automatic transaxle range selector cable. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Adjustment»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement__automatic-transmission-range-selector-cable-adjustment) .
5. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls-3.4L.

1. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls-3.4L.
2. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector lever cable from the automatic transaxle range selector lever.
3. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector lever retaining nut.
4. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector lever from the automatic transaxle.

1. Install the automatic transaxle range selector lever to the automatic transaxle.
2. Install the automatic transaxle range selector lever retaining nut. Tighten: Tighten the automatic transaxle range selector lever retaining nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
3. Install the automatic transaxle range selector lever cable to the automatic transaxle range selector lever.
4. Adjust the automatic transaxle range selector lever cable if necessary. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Adjustment»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement__automatic-transmission-range-selector-cable-adjustment) .
5. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls-3.4L.

1. Apply the park brake and block the wheels in order to prevent the vehicle from moving.
2. Turn the ignition ON.
3. Press the brake pedal and shift the transaxle into low gear (1).
4. Turn the ignition OFF.
5. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to remove the shift control handle retainer.
6. Remove the shift control handle.
7. Remove the center console trim plate. Refer to «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Aztek)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) or «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Rendezvous)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
8. Remove the shift indicator fasteners.
9. Disconnect the shift indicator lamp from the shift indicator.
10. Remove the shift indicator.

1. Carefully install the shift indicator.
2. Ensure that the alignment pin and alignment tab are properly engaged.
3. Ensure that the shift lever is centered in the shift indicator.
4. Install the shift indicator fasteners. Tighten: Tighten the shift indicator fasteners in the order shown to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
5. Move the shift control through the entire range. If the shift lever contacts either side of the shift indicator, loosen the shift indicator fasteners and repeat the installation procedure.
6. Connect the shift indicator lamp to the shift indicator and ensure that the shift indicator lamp is functional.
7. Install the center console trim plate. Refer to «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Aztek)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) or «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Rendezvous)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
8. Install the shift control handle.
9. Install the shift control handle retainer.
10. Shift the transaxle into Park.
11. Disengage the park brake and remove the wheel blocks.

1. Remove the console trim plate. Refer to «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Aztek)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) or «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Rendezvous)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the shift cable end from the shift control lever.
3. Remove the shift control cable from the shift control.
4. Remove the shift control wire harness from the shift control.
5. Remove the shift control fasteners.
6. Remove the shift control.

1. Install the shift control.
2. Install the shift control nuts. Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
3. Install the shift cable to the shift control.
4. Install the shift control wire harness to the shift control.
5. Adjust the shift control cable as necessary. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Adjustment»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement__automatic-transmission-range-selector-cable-adjustment) .
6. Install the console trim plate. Refer to «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Aztek)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) or «Trim Plate Replacement - Front Floor Console (Rendezvous)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-gauges-and-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

1. Remove the oil level indicator from the filler tube.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
3. Remove the fluid filler tube nut from the EGR valve.
4. Remove the fluid filler tube bolt from the transaxle.
5. Remove the fluid filler tube.

1. Install the fluid filler tube seal in the transaxle.
2. Install the fluid filler tube.
3. Install the fluid filler tube bolt. Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
4. Install the fluid filler tube nut. Tighten: Tighten the nut to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
5. Inspect and adjust the fluid level as needed. Refer to the following information: «Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-ediagnostics-troubleshooting__transmission-fluid-checking-procedure) «Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/lubrication-system/#maintenance-and-lubrication__fluid-and-lubricant-recommendations) «Capacities - Approximate Fluid»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/lubrication-system/#maintenance-and-lubrication__capacities-approximate-fluid)

1. Remove the air cleaner. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-36l-ly7-introduction) in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
2. Remove the oil level indicator from the filler tube.
3. Remove the fluid filler tube nut.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/hoistjack/#general-information__lifting-and-jacking-the-vehicle) in General Information.
5. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear. Refer to «Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#steering-wheel-steering-column) in Steering Wheel and Column.
6. Support the rear of the frame and powertrain with a utility stand.
7. Remove only the two frame rear bolts.
8. Lower the powertrain enough to gain access to the transmission filler tube.
9. Remove the engine coolant (block) heater cord from the transmission filler tube. Refer to «Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LA1)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling-system) or «Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LY7)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling-system) in Engine Cooling.
10. Remove the transfer case vent tube from the transmission filler tube. Refer to «Vent Hose Assembly Replacement (LA1)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/transfer-case/#transfer-case-steyr) or «Vent Hose Assembly Replacement (LY7)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/transfer-case/#transfer-case-steyr) in Transfer Case - Steyr.
11. Remove the transmission filler tube bolt.
12. Remove the transmission fluid filler tube.

1. Install the fluid filler tube seal to the transaxle.
2. Install the transmission fluid filler tube.
3. Install the fluid filler tube bolt. Tighten: Tighten the filler tube bolt to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
4. Install the transfer case vent tube to the transmission filler tube. Refer to «Vent Hose Assembly Replacement (LA1)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/transfer-case/#transfer-case-steyr) or «Vent Hose Assembly Replacement (LY7)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/transfer-case/#transfer-case-steyr) in Transfer Case - Steyr.
5. Install the engine coolant (block) heater cord to the transmission filler tube. Refer to «Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LA1)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling-system) or «Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LY7)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling-system) in Engine Cooling.
6. Raise the powertrain until the frame insulators contact the chassis.
7. Install the frame bolts. Refer to «Frame Replacement - Front (W/AWD)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/frames-subframes-crossmembers/#frame-and-underbody) or «Frame Replacement - Front (W/FWD)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/frames-subframes-crossmembers/#frame-and-underbody) in Frame and Underbody.
8. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to «Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#steering-wheel-steering-column) in Steering Wheel and Column.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Install the fluid filler tube nut. Tighten: Tighten the filler tube nut to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
11. Install the oil level indicator from the filler tube.
12. Install the air cleaner. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-36l-ly7-introduction) in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
13. Inspect and adjust the fluid level as needed. Refer to the following information: «Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-ediagnostics-troubleshooting__transmission-fluid-checking-procedure) «Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/lubrication-system/#maintenance-and-lubrication__fluid-and-lubricant-recommendations) «Capacities - Approximate Fluid»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/lubrication-system/#maintenance-and-lubrication__capacities-approximate-fluid)

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/hoistjack/#general-information__lifting-and-jacking-the-vehicle) in General Information.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the vehicle speed sensor.
3. Remove the retaining bolt (9) and the sensor (10).

1. Inspect the O-ring (11). If damaged, replace as necessary.
2. Install the vehicle speed sensor (10) and the retaining bolt (9). Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
3. Connect the electrical connector to the sensor.
4. Lower the vehicle.

1. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls-3.4L.
2. Use a large flat-bladed tool in order to depress the reverse servo cover (40).
3. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to remove the retaining ring (39).
4. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to pull the O-ring seal (41) out through the slot in the case.
5. Use side cutting pliers in order to cut the servo cover O-ring seal (41).
6. Use a large flat-bladed tool in order to depress the reverse servo cover (40), grasp one end of the cut seal (41) and pull the seal (41) out of the servo cover (40).
7. Remove the reverse servo cover (40).
8. Remove the servo assembly (42-48).
9. Remove the servo spring (49).

1. Raise the driver (left) side of the vehicle until it is higher than the passenger (right) differential side. This ensures that the reverse band is in the proper location.
2. Install the servo spring (49).
3. Install the servo assembly (42-48).
4. Install the reverse servo cover (40) with the new O-ring seal (41).
5. Install the snap ring (39).
6. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to «Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/testing-diagnostics/#engine-controls-34l-introduction-service-replacement) in Engine Controls-3.4L.

1. Remove the powertrain (engine, transmission and frame) from the vehicle. Refer to «Engine Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-repair-instructions-2-of-5-36l-ly7) in Engine Mechanical - 3.6L (LY7).
2. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to «Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LA1)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/exhaust/#engine-exhaust-system) or «Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LY7)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/exhaust/#engine-exhaust-system) in Engine Exhaust.
3. Use a large flat-bladed tool in order to depress the reverse servo cover (40).
4. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to remove the retaining ring (39).
5. Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to pull the O-ring seal (41) out through the slot in the case.
6. Use side cutting pliers in order to cut the servo cover O-ring seal (41).
7. Use a large flat-bladed tool in order to depress the reverse servo cover (40), grasp one end of the cut seal (41) and pull the seal (41) out of the servo cover (40).
8. Remove the reverse servo cover (40).
9. Remove the servo assembly (42-48).
10. Remove the servo spring (49).

1. Raise the outboard (left) side of the transmission until it is higher than the differential (right) side. This ensures that the reverse band is in the proper location.
2. Install the servo spring (49).
3. Install the servo assembly (42-48).
4. Install the reverse servo cover (40) with the new O-ring seal (41).
5. Install the snap ring (39).
6. Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to «Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LA1)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/exhaust/#engine-exhaust-system) or «Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LY7)»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/exhaust/#engine-exhaust-system) in Engine Exhaust.
7. Install the powertrain (engine, transmission and frame) to the vehicle. Refer to «Engine Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-repair-instructions-2-of-5-36l-ly7) in Engine Mechanical - 3.6L (LY7).

1. Install the engine support fixture. Refer to «Engine Support Fixture»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-34l-la1__engine-support-fixture) in Engine Mechanical.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/hoistjack/#general-information__lifting-and-jacking-the-vehicle) in General Information.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to «Stabilizer Shaft Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension-system) in Front Suspension.
4. Remove the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to «Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) in Power Steering System.
5. Remove the power steering gear from the frame. Refer to «Power Steering Gear Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) in Power Steering System.
6. Use a strap in order to secure the power steering gear to the exhaust manifold.
7. Remove the power steering cooler line clamps from the frame. Refer to «Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) in Power Steering System.
8. Use wire in order to secure the power steering cooler line to an engine component.
9. Remove the engine mount nuts. Refer to «Engine Mount Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-34l-la1) in Engine Mechanical.
10. Remove the transaxle mount nuts. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Mount Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement) .
11. Use a utility stand in order to support the frame front.
12. Use a utility stand in order to support the frame rear.
13. Remove the frame bolts.
14. Use the utility stand in order to lower the frame rear for access to the forward servo cover.
15. Position a drain pan under the forward servo cover.
16. Remove the forward band servo cover bolts.
17. Remove the forward servo cover.
18. Remove the forward servo cover O-ring.
19. Remove the servo piston assembly.
20. Remove the servo spring.

1. Install the servo spring.
2. Install the servo piston assembly.
3. Install the forward servo cover O-ring.
4. Install the forward servo cover.
5. Install the forward band servo cover bolts. Tighten: Tighten the forward band servo cover bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
6. Remove the drain pan from under the forward servo cover.
7. Use the utility stand in order to raise the frame rear.
8. Install the NEW frame bolts.
9. Install the powertrain mounts to the frame.
10. Install the transaxle mount nuts. Refer to «Automatic Transmission Mount Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t65-e-introduction-service-replacement) .
11. Install the engine mount nuts. Refer to «Engine Mount Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-34l-la1) in Engine Mechanical.
12. Install the power steering gear to the frame. Refer to «Power Steering Gear Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) in Power Steering System.
13. Install the power steering gear heat shield. Refer to «Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) in Power Steering System.
14. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to «Stabilizer Shaft Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension-system) in Front Suspension.
15. Lower the vehicle.
16. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to «Engine Support Fixture»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/mechanical/#engine-mechanical-34l-la1__engine-support-fixture) in Engine Mechanical.

1. Remove the transfer case. Refer to «Transfer Case and/or Seal Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/transfer-case/#transfer-case-steyr__transfer-case-andor-seal-replacement) in Transfer Case - Steyr.
2. Remove the forward band servo cover bolts.
3. Remove the forward servo cover.
4. Remove the forward servo cover O-ring.
5. Remove the servo piston assembly.
6. Remove the servo spring.

1. Install the servo spring.
2. Install the servo piston assembly.
3. Install the forward servo cover O-ring.
4. Install the forward servo cover.
5. Install the forward band servo cover bolts. Tighten: Tighten the forward band servo cover bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
6. Install the transfer case. Refer to «Transfer Case and/or Seal Replacement»(/buick/rendezvous/i-2001-2007/remont/transfer-case/#transfer-case-steyr__transfer-case-andor-seal-replacement) in Transfer Case - Steyr.