“Incompatible” parts fit 2000 Pontiac Montana shift bushing & cruise control cable end

“Incompatible” parts fit 2000 Pontiac Montana shift bushing & cruise control cable end (Chevrolet Venture Oldsmobile Silhouette)

I couldn’t go back and record myself installing the shift bushing after I confirmed it worked but it’s basically an insert for the domed end of the shift cable that attaches to the gear selector on the transmission. The part is perfectly compatible even though fitment databases strangely exclude these year models. If your vehicle gets stuck in park, Neutral, or in gear while the shift lever goes limp, this is what you need. Just pick out remnants of the old bushing if it didn’t totally crumble away and squeeze in the new one with channel locks or something. Some recommend using a perfectly sized socket to drive it in so you aren’t squeezing the bushing directly but I found that way too fiddly.

I recorded more of the cruise control cable end replacement which was another part all databases listed as “incompatible.” Of course, GM wants to sell you a $300 cable + installation that requires removing everything around the steering wheel. That’s ridiculous when you only need a $3 part that doesn’t even require tools.

I’ve used both of these for a year now and they are still going strong. No issues.