Q: Shift stick is loose 2007 Chevrolet Impala

asked by on February 12, 2017

Shift stick is moving soft as if not attached to anything not changing the gears.

My car has 220000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

Hello - the symptoms you describe are most likely caused by a loose or worn out shifter cable. It may have even become disconnected on the transmission end of the cable. I recommend a shifter cable replacement performed by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come to your location, replace the cable, and restore shifter function to your Impala.

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