How to adjust and replace the shift cable for automatic transmission shifters in Nissan Frontier?

Move the shift lever from the "p" position to the "1" position. To adjust the shift cable on column shift models, loosen the shift cable-to-manual lever locknut, push the cable into its casing, then pull the cable in the direction opposite arrow B approximately 3/64-inch (1.0 mm) and tighten the nut. For floor-shift models, loosen the lock nuts on either side of the turnbuckle, tighten the turnbuckle until all slack is taken out of the inner cable and the shift lever moves back toward the R position, against the P position stop, then turn the turnbuckle in the opposite direction one turn and tighten the lock nuts securely. To replace the shift cable, remove the left side under-dash panel, knee bolster and reinforcement, working under the dash, pry the cable end off the shift lever post then remove the clip and detach the cable casing from the bracket on the steering column, remove the driver's side kick panel, peel back the carpet and follow the cable to where it goes through the floor pan, detach the cable casing from the floor pan, detach the cable from the manual shift lever on the side of the transmission, remove the clip securing the cable casing to the bracket on the transmission, then remove the cable from the vehicle. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to adjust the cable when you're done.

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- Other Name: Cable Assy-Control
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier | SC, SE, XE | 6 Cyl 3.3L | VG33E
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- Other Name: Cableassy-Control; Shift Control Cable
- Replaces: 34935-ZP50A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2019 Nissan Frontier | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV, XE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | QR25DE, VQ40DE
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Part Number: 34935-ZP50A
$99.60 MSRP: $140.68
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- Other Name: Cable Assy-Control
- Replaced by: 34935-ZS02A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2009 Nissan Frontier | LE, Off-Road, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | QR25DE, VQ40DE
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- Other Name: Cable Assy-Control
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier | SE, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L | KA24DE
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Part Number: 34935-EA600
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- 2005-2007 Nissan Frontier | LE, Off-Road, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | QR25DE, VQ40DE

Nissan Frontier Shift Cable

The driver can shift the gear selector with the Nissan Frontier Shift Cable and have the transmission respond instantly with accuracy. The Shift Cable connects the cabin shifter with the manual lever of the transmission. It transmits the movement of the lever through a push or pull force within a flexible steel core. Thus, without guesswork, the gears slide in and out of position. The first Frontier trucks applied rigid linkage rods that were bolted under the chassis. But later models switched to a Shift Cable as its sealed housing saves space and also isolates vibration while keeping road grit away from critical joints. When compared to the rods, a Shift Cable bends around things and has just one mounting point at each end, but it can stretch or fray after countless shifts. When that happens, the selector may feel loose, refuse to hit park, or pop out of gear. Any of these symptoms mean you need a new Shift Cable before more serious drivability issues arise. Current Nissan pickups pair the cable with ignition and brake interlocks that block movement until safety conditions are met, giving the Frontier added protection against accidental gear changes. Scheduled checks keep your Nissan on the road with smooth, confident shifts mile after mile.

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Q: How to adjust and replace the shift cable for automatic transmission shifters in Nissan Frontier?
A:
Move the shift lever from the "p" position to the "1" position. To adjust the shift cable on column shift models, loosen the shift cable-to-manual lever locknut, push the cable into its casing, then pull the cable in the direction opposite arrow B approximately 3/64-inch (1.0 mm) and tighten the nut. For floor-shift models, loosen the lock nuts on either side of the turnbuckle, tighten the turnbuckle until all slack is taken out of the inner cable and the shift lever moves back toward the R position, against the P position stop, then turn the turnbuckle in the opposite direction one turn and tighten the lock nuts securely. To replace the shift cable, remove the left side under-dash panel, knee bolster and reinforcement, working under the dash, pry the cable end off the shift lever post then remove the clip and detach the cable casing from the bracket on the steering column, remove the driver's side kick panel, peel back the carpet and follow the cable to where it goes through the floor pan, detach the cable casing from the floor pan, detach the cable from the manual shift lever on the side of the transmission, remove the clip securing the cable casing to the bracket on the transmission, then remove the cable from the vehicle. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to adjust the cable when you're done.