Chrysler PT Cruiser shifter cable bushing replacement

[@johnlindsaygreen8547]

Hey David, thanks so much for the how-to video. I had to change the shifter bushing on my 2002 PT Cruiser 5-Speed. Then figured out that the reason why the shifter wouldn't shift into reverse gear, was because the bushing for it needed replacement also. Glad I had that 3-piece bushing kit made by Dorman. Thanks again! Also Grovetown, GA is a beautiful city, my brother and family recently moved there and I had the opportunity to visit them. The trip was only four hours from Fayetteville, NC.

[@christillman9495]

Thanks so much for this video! The clue about the grease was critical. You saved me $700, because the Chrysler dealer in NZ wanted to charge $600 for the cable set alone. I had my Mom ship the parts from the U.S. and got it replaced in 10 minutes. Thanks again!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Chris Tillman Your welcome Chris. Glad the video helped getting the PT back on the road and also help save money. Thanks for the comment and letting me know how it went. Make sure to subscribe

[@hleyes]

Thanks for the great video! In your situation, there was no side-to-side play in the shifter. If there is side-to-side play in the shifter, does that tell me that it’s the bushing underneath the shifter in the center console that needs to be replaced, rather than the one up by the transmission? Thanks in advance.

[@adognamedBoo4me]

I would really like to thank you for this video. I am a grandmother of 2 and the local mechanics said I would have to take my car to a specialist in gearboxes this sounded like big dollars to me so yesterday the parts arrived in the mail from Bleam Queensland for $40 and I fitted them myself. I did both bushes just to be sure and my car is back on the road took about an hour. I didn't have grease so used paw paw ointment worked a treat. Thank you so much you saved me so much money.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Trisha Holloway That's just cool as hell. I am glad to see people save money and learn more about their vehicle so that they don't have to rely on others and don't get left stranded somewhere. Thanks for taking the time to comment on the video. Don't forget to subscribe. I have plenty more videos about your vehicle so make sure to watch them all.

[@glennawigginton8338]

I am so glad that I came across this. Am purchasing an 06 PT on Friday and the owner was talking that on highway in cruise control it pops out of 5th gear. I knew it has something to do with the cable, but this being my first PT it was important to know what I was dealing with. Thank you so much. Also, thanks for sharing your PayPal in comments. You have saved me a lot of money.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome and thanks for watching the video. I am glad to see that these videos still help people. Dont forget to subscribe Glenna if you havent already.

[@johnharlow7739]

My daughter has an 08 pt and called me in a panic that her car no longer had reverse, so I looked on KZbin and found your video. I went and inspected her shifter but it didn’t have any extra play so I was nervous it wasn’t going to be that easy, but after inspecting the linkage under air box I noticed that the bushings were shot. They didn’t pop in as easily as the video, but like you said take your time and it went in. Thank you very much because for $22 and change I was able to get it going down the road again.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Awesome! Glad it was something simple. I appreciate you doing the research and ending up here at my channel. Always glad that I can help. Make sure to subscribe John.

[@doorgunnerone]

Hey this is the same guy whose videos on replacing a timing belt on a PT Cruiser was exceptional. I had never done one before but with his videos I was able to get it done in my driveway. Thank you again motor city mechanic you are great.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I appreciate the kind words. Glad that you found more videos of mine that helped. It's always cool to hear back for people who have taken on some of these repairs.

[@chrislosoya8647]

I would sincerely like to thank you and applaud you for this video. I am hardly the most mechanically inclined when it comes to cars, but you made it very easy for me to find out why my car was not going in reverse and to repair it. It took me a whopping 30 minutes and $13 to do so. I am in your debt.

[@churchstreetdotinfo]

Appreciate the video. Had to replace my bushings, I could not shift into reverse. Just a quick note. The auto parts store had to order my bushings leaving me needing a temporary fix. 3/8 fuel line is very close to the same inside and outside diameter, and will fit the bushings in the cab under the shifter as well. A few bucks for a six inches of hose, and you can cut about a dozen pieces to get you back on the road.

[@meatoosmexy4u]

cant shift in reverse either man in an hour im going down to look at it thanks for advice :D

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Let me know what you find. Hopefully its as simple as the issue in the video. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe!

[@meatoosmexy4u]

welp 1 bushing is gone so I'm going to go buy 4 just incase

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Glad to see that its something simple. I appreciate the update. Thanks

[@meatoosmexy4u]

also i have the issue of the car stuttering the engine light comes on then it dies out its a 2005 pt could it be an o2 sensor ?

[@Ninja_Haze-805]

Would this be the same procedure for a automatic transmission?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Basically it would......if you follow the steps you should be able to do that same repair on the automatic shifter cable. There is only one bushing on each end. Thanks for asking and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.

[@donnadunn5458]

IDK

[@donnadunn5458]

@@MotorCityMechanic need help now please

[@Terry-404]

Perfect solution. 20 dollars and 10 minutes later, it shifts like a new ride. Do you have a PayPal I could donate to?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Awesome......nothing like a cheap and quick fix. Appreciate you watching and for the support. Here is the link if your interested in donating......anything is greatly appreciated! www.paypal.me/motorcitymechanic

[@patrickseals5746]

Can I ask why you did not put the aluminum bushing in?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

When it comes to repairs like this and when the customer is waiting.....my options are limited and I end up having to use the rubber versions from the local parts store because no one carries the aluminum replacement. Now if I didnt mind waiting 2-5 days I could just order it but its not always an option. Thanks for asking and for watching Patrick. Make sure to subscribe.

[@TashChynna]

Thanks so much for this video! The auto shop wanted a fortune. But after showing this video to my father we were able to restore reverse on my pt cruiser. All other gears would shift fine but reverse felt "blocked". Luckily, after replacing BOTH bushing cables under the hood now reverse is back and working. All my other gears now feel "tighter" as well. It was a win win! Napa had the kit needed to replace both my bushing cables for $20! :) In the video it doesn't show the other bushing cable being replaced but it's right next to the one shown in the video. Also my father went to the hardware store and found these tiny little brackets to hold the bushing cables on. He said they costed $0.15! Good luck!!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Awesome! Glad it worked out and saved you a lot of money. As you saw....there is no harm in searching online to find a solution. Thanks for viewing the video and make sure to subscribe! I have plenty of more PT Cruiser videos so make sure to check them out. Also....check out the Facebook page and "like". Any help to help spread the word about this KZbin channel helps me and others needing the information.

[@Butterfly1Queen]

this sounds just like the probs we r still having after fixing the bushing that's in the vid. can u tell us exactly where that other bushing is? cuz I just showed ur comment 2 hubby and he said that while I was shifting, he saw something "move" in there, but didn't know what it was ... I didn't c another "end" of a cable .. did it drop down inside maybe? Is it RIGHT THERE beside the one we just fixed? Thx so much! :)

[@TashChynna]

Butterfly1queen I have a picture in my phone. If you like I can email it to you? To give you a better idea of the location. My email is [e-mail] :)

[@Butterfly1Queen]

TashChynna oh that's awesome! thx so much hun .. i'll email u right now :) Plz let me know if u didn't get it. I just sent it 2 u. Thx again! :)

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Keep in mind that there are a total of 4 shifter cable bushings, two at the transmission and 2 at the shifter. I recommend looking under the hood with the air box removed while someone is moving the shifter and see if there is any slack or something not moving correctly such as another bad bushing. You may even need to check inside at the shifter with the console removed to see if any issues there as wel

[@ChocolateEclairMonster]

Thank you for this video. My '01 has just gone in to my mechanic for losing 5th and reverse, with the gear stick being able to move widely side to side but able (with patience) to get into 1st/2nd/3rd. They've said it's the bushings but the side to side play made them suspect a snapped gear stick was also involved. My PT is a mid-way finished Drag Car so she's a bit special when she breaks unfortunately. I bought her like that.- tuned, auto MC in a manual conversion (the dealership was wth at that), evidence of tampering in the firewall - welds have been changed and the heater core hoses are swapped over with clips the mechanic has never seen before. "Frankencar". Videos like this help me to understand what breaks and how to fix it in her. Cheers.

[@alanmich]

Thank you!! My PT cruiser was not going into reverse and I as an auto dummy was able to do this repair. The old bushing was completely gone.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Glad to see another easy fix taken care of and money saved. Thanks for checking out the video and the time you spent commenting. Make sure to subscribe and keep watching!

[@davidhenriquez6144]

Alan Holder was yours automatic or manual?does it all compile to say wether auto or manual?

[@ayandagumenge1475]

@@MotorCityMechanic I'm ayanda at grahamstown, I'm looking for gear leaver bushing how can I get it my number is 0789299001 "email is gumenge [e-mail]

[@charlescroffie283]

wow buddy that's great thanx,buh my question is i have a 2005 pt cruiser Manuel and the reverse wont work,do you think this wll work....

[@oswegofalls3795]

I am no mechanic by any means and this was an easy fix. Thanks.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Nothing too it as you saw....glad it all went well in the end for you. Thanks for watching and for the great comment. Make sure to subscribe

[@carolynroberts4624]

This morning I’ve gone to reverse out of my garage in my manual 2007 PT Cruiser and the gear stick was completely floppy and like it wasn’t connected to anything? I kept moving it for a while and ended up getting reverse, then had same nothingness when wanting to go forward. I got to where I needed to go but again feels connected to nothing and seems to be stuck in 3rd gear. Do you think it sound ms like this video will be the fix? What do I ask for at the spares shop please? 🙏🙏🙏

[@calvingrinds5818]

hello what would you do with a 2004 pt cruiser that wont go into gear and when it does it pops right out would this be the fix for that and also it is an automatic

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I recommend checking both ends of the shifter cable to see if one of the bushings has failed. Thats what I feel may be the cause. Thanks for watching and for asking. Make sure to subscribe.

[@calvingrinds5818]

MotorCity Mechanic hey so first off I subbed second it’s not the shifter cable it’s super tight with little to no play what else could be the problem btw I am 15 trying to fix up my first car

[@sanmina3]

I'm replacing the bushing on the transmission of my PT Cruiser for the second time in about 5 years. I wanted to use the aluminum bushing but can't find one on ebay that is specifically for the Cruiser.Do you know of one listed for a different make/model that fits?

[@purehyde1]

AWESOME VIDEO!!! You just saved me a ton of money...my girlfriend and I completed the whole task in 15 minutes!!!

[@iammoetic2054]

Mine just won't go in reverse it has new bushings on top of trans and shifter maybe it could be an adjustment? It's a dodge neon Srt4 same trans

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Iam Moetic If the cable bushings are okay then you may have a trans issue. Internal trans issue. Sounds like it needs to be taken out and tore down and inspected. Sweet ride none the less....one of my favorite Dodge products. Thanks for the question and for watching. Make sure to subscribe

[@iammoetic2054]

MotorCity Mechanic thanks! and it is currently at the dodge dealership they said they have to diag Wat it really is there starting with the cables also checking if there is adjustments that have to be made to the shifter trans goes into reverse manually at the selector.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Iam Moetic Your welcome. Update me on what they come up with.

[@iammoetic2054]

MotorCity Mechanic well they said it is an internal problem mostly likely the gear selector because if u manually put it in reverse on the trans up top the transmission it doesn't go so irs something in there

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Pretty much what we thought. They are known for issues such as that. Overall a great car....wish I had one. Thanks for the udpate

[@stephentrujillo7555]

hey buddy could you do a clutch pedal adjustment for same car pt cruiser.

[@adahall8052]

is this the same for automatic transmission too

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Ada Hall Its for the manual trans, I believe the automatic shifter cable has a different style of bushing. I will try to remember to look at one the next time it comes in but I do think its smaller and different. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe

[@JP-mk3bb]

Does the cable remove from the engine side or from the cockpit side?

[@maritanickels8281]

Don't have this particular problem but I love to learn. If I ever do, I'll fix it myself! I was looking for help with a transmission gear select module and how to replace it. PT Cruiser 2007 won't come out out of 2nd gear. Also Airbag light and engine light came on and won't go off. All this happened at the exact same time.? Could they be related? Have to be if it all happened at the same time, right?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

First thing we need to do is check for codes. That includes checking all the modules to see what codes were set. Once you know the codes I will be able to help you further. Otherwise we would be just guessing,.

[@maritanickels8281]

Don't know what codes came up when he plugged his little machine in, but he said when it was in park, it registered as neutral, and there was at least one other gear that didn't match what the machine said. I went to Autozone, he said it is called a shift modulator and has to be bought from a dealer. Mechanic also told me how to fix it. He said remove the battery, remove the shelf that the battery sits on, and it would be right there. Sounds easy enough? Does that jive with anything in your head?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I know for sure that we have nothing called a shift modulator for that vehicle. The vehicle has a 41te trans. There is a solenoid pack externally mounted and the trans range sensor that tells what gear it is in which requires removal of the valve body to get to it. It sounds like they are describing something different then the first issue you mentioned about the gear positions. Knowing the exact code is important. The solenoid pack has nothing to do with the trans shifter position. I did a video on the solenoid pack but on another vehicle. Accessing it is different but the part and part replacement is the same. Also the local parts stores sale the solenoid pack so the dealer only speech they gave you is confusing unless both individuals are speaking of completely different items. What I recommend is visiting your local parts store again and getting them to pull the codes and have them right them down so that you can let me know so that I can help you further.

[@maritanickels8281]

thanks anyway!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Marita Nickels your welcome

[@johnchristmas354]

Hi, I have a question about my 2005 PT Cruiser. My issue is the opposite and it's really difficult to put it into gear. I was trying to shift into to gear and the gear shift actually broke and I was stuck in reverse. I checked the trans fluids and it's fine. I'm going to check the bushing next. Any ideas what this could mean? I'm trying to save money and fix it myself. I already replaced the gear shift and it's still tight.

[@b_chill]

Would this fix my issue of shifting out of park being extremely hard. It takes a lot of force to shift out of park.

[@dow5229]

ive tried both the booger and dorman but the new bushing wants to pop off the gear shifter is there a solution to lock this bushing after it snaps so it doesn't do this

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Do W Are you speaking of where it goes to the transmission?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Do W I like the style with the e-clips so that they can no pop back off. Here is a link to a set on EBAY. They make them for other years as well. The e-clip is the trick that I like. www.ebay.com/itm/TORQUE-SOLUTION-SHIFTER-CABLE-BUSHING-BUSHINGS-CHRYSLER-PT-CRUISER-2008-08-/190607725701?hash=item2c611b1485&vxp=mtrI replaced the ones on my neon with aluminum but I haven't seen any for the PT....then I may not have looked hard enough

[@hthtomcat3]

+Do W put the e clip back on thats why

[@CarlosOrtiz-ok5jn]

Hello, very good video, could you post the link of the aluminum bushing purchased on ebay, thanks.

[@DJJUSNICE1]

trying to change or fix fan vent selector on 2008 pt cruiser, stuck on front window defroster ...can u help?

[@eastcoastcrim]

Will a diagnosis tell if it's bad

[@MotorCityMechanic]

For sure......if your having it checked just explain whats going on so that they narrow their focus down to that area that is the problem. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.

[@JerseyGurl4Life]

I have to get this tKen care of this weekend. Thank you so much for the vid. I called the Chrysler. Dealer just see what they had to say. They want me to bring the car in and look at it then give me an estimate. Yeah, whatever. I got a temporary fix thanks to the wonderful guys at Auto Zone.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I'm glad it worked out. Make sure to get it fixed permanently so you don't have the same issue later down the road. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe!

[@pusufu]

very informative video, i have a 2002 pt cruiser, automatic, all of a sudden today i get in car, and i move the f/r lever to the drive position and the car would not go, i shifted to reverse, the car would not move. i have an engine light on but dont know why, in past it has been gas cap problems, i took off air cleaner and saw cable mount, it seems to pivot the stem coming out of transmission just fine. but even in neutral i can not move the car. what could be the problem, is it electrical, or mechanical, or do i need to find out the code first. Thanks..

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Hello gary. If the lever on the trans is moving with the cable when the shifter inside is moved....you have a mechanical problem. Especially if it won't move in neutral.....that means internal failure of the trans components. A electrical failure would allow operation of second gear (limp in) as well as reverse.

[@pusufu]

thank you vipertech

[@ruthannmandella9488]

good video, information, etc. But do you have a video for replacement of the bushing at the other end of the cable? That is the one I need to replace. Would sure appreciate some info. Don't really want to have to buy a Motor Manual for one thing. My PT is a 2001 manual 2.4. Thanks

[@figracula1]

Thanks so much for your help, this will save me a ton of time and money. I have a question though, you said something about a c clip to fasten it down with, does that come in all the bushing kits? Thanks again for the help and answer to my question.

[@rosalynmorgan1130]

MotorCity Mechanic my gear shift popped last night. The gear is actually stuck in reverse but the shift cable is loose. Will me replacing the bushing help or?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

if the cable is loose then you have bad cable bushings either under the hood or under the center console if not both. You will need to look at both locations to see if any damaged bushings

[@LoriNunemacher]

Thank u so much for this video!! Just fixed my car myself!!!

[@dariostud9424]

I have a 2006 Hyundai Elantra Manual transmission , 3rd and 4th speed won't go into gear , I started to dismount the transmission to replace it for another one but when I got to the point of the shifter I noticed that the shifter cable bushing was cracked from one side in the middle , do you think this is the reason why it won't go into gear on the 3rd and 4th?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Dario stud The shifter bushing will need to be pretty much worn out or pieces missing in my opinion. It just depends on the shifter......gently move the shifter side to side and front to back to see if any play. If any play is found then it could be a bushing issue inside at the shifter or at the trans. If no play then the issue in trans related

[@dariostud9424]

I honestly didn't think of trying to see if there was any play in the bushing because the whole time I was aiming to dismount the whole transmission box , but when I got to the bushing part , pulled it and noticed that the bushing is broken from one side of the center then I thought that that may be the reason why 3rd and 4th don't go into gear , I already ordered the replacement kit but thought I'd ask here to see if anybody had any clue as to if that could be the reason why , thanks.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Dario stud your welcome. Update me when you get it repaired as far as to what the actual repair was that fixed it.

[@adahall8052]

I have an 07 pt with auto trans and it has been hard to move from pk when we first start out after its been parked all night for example. Today when we stopped at the store the shifter wouldn't move. It's stuck in D. All the videos I've looked at are for manual trans. Can u help me?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Ada Hall I recommend trying to isolate the issue by having the emergency brake on.....key off.....go under the hood and access the shifter cable where it attaches to the trans. Make sure its attached and okay. If okay then remove the cable end from the transmission and then try moving the transmission arm that the cable was attached to to see if it will move. This way we can rule out the trans as being the issue. While disconnected you can also try moving the shifter from inside with the key on and engine not running. Try this and let me know what you find.

[@jaunelanders5273]

Kul..but why not use the aluminum bushing better ,??.

[@karnageangel]

Thankyou for making this video. I am in the UK and have been having a clunk sound between 1 and 2 gear and 2 and 3 but not on the changes. I have pulled the airbox and found the bushing seems pretty knackered. Do you think replacing this will cure the clunking? Thanks again for the video.👌

[@eugenepolan1750]

DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE BUSHING. THE MATERIAL WILL ABSORB THE OIL, SWELL, AND SPLIT.

[@johnlindsaygreen8547]

Oh okay I didn't know that. Thanks for that tip. 👍🏾

[@donnadunn5458]

O manual under hood can't get it back on

[@joshuahagler9611]

Great video however I am having a hell of a time pushing that bushing in, is there a tool I can use instead of a screwdriver. I have done stabbed myself a few times with my flat head

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Some kits come with a tool , otherwise you can try a socket thats close in size that will allow you to push on the bushing. Adding some lube wouldnt hurt either. Thanks for watching and for asking. Make sure to subscribe.

[@joshuahagler9611]

Thank you. I got the lube, I guess I will try to use a socket set up

[@FirstLast-fr4hb]

2:23 Where is this? it would have been great if you we could see the camera move to its current position. Im not sure exactly where to look. Thanks for the video btw, there is a lot of useful information :)

[@stovetopp77]

Directly underneath the air cleaner that was removed

[@lorettajohnson2065]

I have 2008 and the cable is broken how do I replace it

[@sarahmickens1637]

I drive a 2008 and it doesn't go into any gears, it cranks and everything. But it doesn't go into gear please help

[@oswegofalls3795]

Well...unfortunately the cable keeps popping off the pin (did it twice on a very busy highway in heavy traffic at night). The video does not say anything about an E clip but I suspect that there is supposed to be an e-clip on the pin??? This car is my son's car and he bought it used and someone cobbed it together with a hex nut and zip tie....no e-clip is on the pin.

[@iluvhou]

what year is this pt cruiser?

[@jamiebrown4936]

Glad I found your video with all that info... The clutch slave and master cylinder has an activator between them. Can I remove that activator and just go with straight hose: Its a friend's 2003 PT Cruiser 2.4. Never seen this part before!! Thanks Jamie

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I keep looking thru the info and I see the master cylinder....hose....a quick connect (depending on which trans) and then the slave cylinder. I assume your speaking of the quick connector? Otherwise I am not showing anything else.

[@crishomeinspections7174]

Will this be the same for a Chrysler Sebring 2007?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Jeff Heffler I don't know for sure.....they do make repair kits for different models/vehicles. I haven't verified it myself so I cant say 100% for sure if so.

[@crishomeinspections7174]

Do you know anything about the doors? My back door won open from the inside or outside. Key in or out. Car on or off. Do you have a video for it? If so, link it please and thanks.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Jeff Heffler I hope the latch isn't jammed...That's the worse case scenario because you cant get the door panel off with out opening the door. There are different rods that operate the handles inside and outside. The symptoms sound like a latch issue none the less. I haven't come across that issue as of yet on that vehicle.

[@david511us]

Great video! One of my bushings was so crumbled that the cable was falling off. Didn't take too much time at all to replace. Now if you only had a video to change the bushings on the other end... :)

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your not the first to ask that. If I come across that issue at the shop I certainly will. Thanks for the comment

[@david511us]

My pleasure. I finally figured out that if I pulled the e-brake handle way way up (farther than I thought it would go) and actually get the console off, then it's obvious and easy how to replace the ones in the car.

[@dfuller968]

Any Idea the size of the circlip mine is missing?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Sorry but I dont have any idea. Wish I did however.

[@dfuller968]

Is there a chance you can do a video on replacing the crank position sensor???? Anything on youtube is garbage.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I will try to keep it in mind as a future video. I will add it to the "to film" list for sure.

[@dfuller968]

To I'm not closer to you I got the perfect candidate.lol

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I wish it was the easy sometimes lol. Alot of my videos are what vehicles I have handy and what time I have to film.

[@dmay9081]

Can anyone help . My pt cruiser was doing fine I on xway felt something. Pulled over turned off then back On car would not move win put in drive or reverse but felt go in gear I think. Put in neutral push HARD ENUFF TO MOVE BUT WOOD NOT MOVE, I pushed HArD ENUFF , toe truck man pushed when he got there in neutral he say not stuck break and when he pull it on truck it roll . I push at shop in N MOVE now but no go in D or r 1,2 . Is any shot it could be something else besides transmitting . ...I'm thinking like I see in other comment bad trans because when I try move In N at first it not move. Toe man may be push harder . Could it sieze and break back loose. I not check shift conditions thing yet but no play .

[@dmay9081]

Thanks if read ,sorry I spell bad

[@Butterfly1Queen]

ok....we have a 2003 pt cruise touring that the shifter can move all over the place but wont go INTO a gear .. I called around and then called a dealership 2 c what they wld say .. they said that I can't get the bushings by themselves I wld have to have the entire cable .... is this true or r they just trying 2 get more $$ out of me? A fast answer wld b appreciated! :)

[@MotorCityMechanic]

you can get the bushings separate, not from the dealer but from the local parts stores or even on ebay. the dealer will sale you what they can get which is just the cable. the aftermarket market has a repair bushing to fix the issues.

[@Butterfly1Queen]

Gearheadpros oooo thx so much! I have a feeling u just saved me a bundle! ☺

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Butterfly1Queen thanks for the kind words. make sure to subscribe and spread the word!

[@Butterfly1Queen]

Gearheadpros definitely! I'm fixin to go out in just a bit here and raise the hood and c if that's my problem w/the gears...from what everybody's said, it shld b just as u've described it here .. cross ur fingers 4 me.! :)

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Butterfly1Queen keep me informed, theres a good chance that is the problem and your cable may have even come completely off causing no gears. also if you like....the part number for the one I used was in the video as well.

[@lineguy27]

Epic! Just like BJ Hastings said.... You saved me a ton of loot and this is a very easy fix. BOOM! Thank you very much.

[@johnlindsaygreen8547]

Really good video easy to follow. Thanks so much 👍🏾

[@ulisesmedina589]

I replaced the bushing and has less play but it still jumps out of 5th gear

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Make sure you don't still have play. There are bushings under the hood as you know and have replaced......there are also bushings at the shifter inside. Once all the play is gone......and still having issues then the issue may be internal to the trans. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe

[@ulisesmedina589]

+MotorCity Mechanic thanks I'll check it out hopefully not internal problem.

[@mackevelli1640]

My 2001 PT Cruiser won't go into drive... Want move when I'm n Drive....

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Make sure that the cable is moving correctly and no bushing failures in the ends of the cable. If okay then check the fluid level....if okay then you have internal trans issues and it will require removal and tear down to see what is needed. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe

[@pollyanneandrade8765]

my don't want to move and it show its on rivers and its on parking

[@MotorCityMechanic]

If the shifter position doesnt match the indicator then most likely you have a bad cable bushing either inside at the shifter or outside at the transnmission

[@trevorgray7751]

But what about the other one there's 2

[@perrywright57]

Thank you for the video. got reverse again!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Awesome.....simple fix! Glad its back on the road and shifting fine again. Thanks for comment and make sure to subscribe!

[@plastic1492]

Thanks >> another great video for the Saturday mechanic to tackle >> more money saved -- By the way how do you like the P.T Cruisers -- I know they're not the easiest to work on, but I like my 2006 --

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I think they are a good car. I would highly recommend as a persons first car, go to work car, or as a second/back up car. I still remember the first one coming off the car carrier here at the dealership.

[@troopielocsify]

I bet he wouldn’t come at a man like this, stop harassing her, it makes you look weak..

[@MotorCityMechanic]

And I have to ask……what?

[@JulioRodriguez-ht5gs]

Your a god send! Thank you!! :D

[@xavierfernandez2657]

Just saved me some $$ . Thank you !!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Xavier Fernandez sweet! Nothing like saving money. Thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe

[@latishawashington4471]

@@MotorCityMechanic my car died before I can put it on park my dash board still on drive I thought I was part than my car still moving had to used emergency brake too stop it

[@laurensfire1397]

Transmission slliping

[@mackevelli1640]

Thank just found code 0108...about to change EGR valve

[@mackevelli1640]

Code P0108 for my Lincoln LS... you think that's the fix EGR valve

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Mack Evelli it's very possible. Make sure nothing obvious such as a wiring issue

[@laurensfire1397]

Transmission slipped

[@kenkunze]

thanks man!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

No....thank you, for watching and for commenting. Make sure to subscribe and happy thanksgiving!

[@kenkunze]

hey, just had this problem come up after repairing the cable bushing issue. 2001 PT with 5 speed manual, 109,000 miles. Well maintained. Now I get nothing in any gear, car will not move. Makes a slight grinding noice when I let off the clutch. What could I have done wrong?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Ken Kunze Ken.....make sure there is no slop in the shifter. there should be no excessive side to side or forward and backward movement. You may also need to check the bushings on the other end of the shifter cable that are under the console at the shifter itself

[@abrahamjackson6019]

+MotorCity Mechanic Hey brotha, i have a 06 PT I can't find my gear shift cable"s. could use your wisdom.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Abraham Jackson evening Abraham. You need to open the air filter box and then lift up on the bottom half and remove it from the vehicle. Then you should be able to see where they attach. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe!

[@KinggOfHearts]

Is this the same thing with an auto transmission.. Lol I know nothing about cars

[@Butterfly1Queen]

+MotorCity Mechanic IT'S FIXED!!!! IT'S FIXED!!! oh my gosh we r SO appreciative! Thx SO MUCH 4 taking the time and pains 2 work w/us. I'm giving u cyber hugs .. (hubby sends handshake! lol) we had a bear of a time getting that console out, so what we finally had 2 do was pull it OUT on either side where the cups go, which flattened out that lighter part just enuf so that we cld pull it up from the back ... once we got it off, we saw that the bushings from the rod that connects directly w/the shifter was shot as well...there wasn't a bushing 4 that in the pack that we got from the store, but the one with the "arm" on it was the right size and shape, so we popped that out of that one (cuz that one was still good on our car), and used that one. VOILA! It shifts better now than it did when we bought it ... we don't have trouble w/getting it into 2nd gear anymore nor is reverse fighting us ... it works BEAUTIFULLY and u saved us $700!!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! :D I've already told everyone I know about ur site and how nice u were 2 us and how patient u were w/walking us thru all the difficulties we encountered. U shld b getting some more subscribers very soon. Again, i cannot tell u how much ur helps meant 2 us .. we really didn't have that much money 2 get it fixed and after spending just $21 on parts, (and a lot of rookie frustration lol) the car is great! Thank u for ur channel and ur knowledge and ur help. U're doing a very selfless thing here, and U have two very happy fans! :D

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Butterfly1Queen I am very happy that it worked out for you. Some times its hard to explain things online instead of in person. Glad to hear its back on the road again. Thats the reason for the videos....to help people save money and do their own repairs when possible. I hope you have a great weekend!

[@TTony300ZX]

...with the hundreds of dollars your saving folks on repairs,they must be sending you a few bucks each and every time, i'm sure...Almost positive...probably.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

TTony300ZX Afternoon, actually you would be surprised. That would be great but rarely happens. Then again its not the reason for the videos but who am I kidding....it would be nice haha.