1997 Saturn SC1 Stuck in 2nd gear, shifter loose

1997 SATURN SC1
120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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SPAMMAGNET05
Hi
Transmission is stuck in second gear. The shifter is loose.

If the shifter is disconnected from the shifting fork linkage, is it possible to repair this problem without removing the transmission?

Thank You!
Rob
Apr 15, 2009 at 8:17 PM
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JAMES W.
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If the linkage problem is on the console end, you should be able to access it from inside the car.
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Apr 15, 2009 at 10:15 PM
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SPAMMAGNET05
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Thanks for the reply! It appears to be the bushing on the upper side of the shifter pivot ball, which allows the actual ball on the transmissino side to jump out of it's shifter fork socket. I am trying to so a long distance trouble shoot for one of my children!
Rob
Apr 16, 2009 at 7:18 PM
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JAMES W.
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Let us know if we can help you further.
Apr 16, 2009 at 9:09 PM
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