GMC Yukon/Tahoe transmission linkage bushing replacement.

[TerrynHouston]

A few days ago my 2014 Yukon would not shift out of park. The problem was the transmission linkage bushing which fits into the six inch metal arm coming down from the transmission. There is a slot for it held in by the transmission linkage cable. Easy repair just like the videos on YouTube although I did need to use a C-clamp as shown in one of the videos. However, the linkage loop comes off immediately after releasing any compression to put the bushing in place. Any suggestions? I'm considering fabricating a sleeve that can be bolted around the assembly to hold it in place but I'm puzzled why it keeps popping out. This is a re-post for clarity after I proofread.
TnHouston - user name (Terry in Houston)

 

[Fless]

There's way more than several threads here mentioning different fixes, so use the Search function to find them. Search for "shifter bushing."

Here's one:

Shifter cable disconnecting from trans bracket

Anyone have a permanent fix for this shifter linkage to the transmission gear selector constantly falling off. Fix attempts to date are; change out the nylon bushing, replace the gear selector with a genuine gm gear selector and new nylon bushing at the same time. Still have to crawl...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

 

[rdezs]

This isn't exactly relevant, it's what I did on a 4L65E in a Hummer, but you get the idea.... fabricate.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please.

You are already receiving sage advice from the knowledgeable folks on this Forum.

 

[B-train]

Those bushings are a complete PITA, but with a small screw driver and some needle nose pliers, you can make it work. The bushing needs to be worked into the recess on the shifter linkage shaft (you'll see the small groove when disassembled).

I had the same problem in the parking lot of autozone in NM......in the pouring rain for all things, so I had to figure it out and this was the solution. It's been 3 years and many hundreds of shifter movements since then without any issues.