Pioneer Cables CA-8008 Manual Transmission Shift Cable

Manual Shift Cable for OE-Style Replacement

Pioneer Cables CA-8008 is a manual transmission shift cable built as a direct replacement for select GM compact cars. It uses a steel inner cable with a polymer outer housing to help resist corrosion and abrasion while maintaining smooth shift lever movement.

Compatible with 1982-1983 Chevrolet Citation, 1982-1983 Oldsmobile Omega, 1982-1983 Pontiac Phoenix, 1982-1983 Buick Skylark with bucket seats, and 1984-1985 Buick Skylark and Chevrolet Citation II with reclining seats. The CA-8008 is a fitment-specific manual transmission shift cable for vehicles with a 61.65-inch cable length requirement.

Key Features

• Manual transmission shift cable for OE-style replacement
• Steel inner cable for strength and consistent shift action
• Polymer outer housing helps protect against corrosion and abrasion
• Manufactured to OE specifications for fit and function
• May include common brackets, grommets, and ends where applicable
• Fits select Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications

Detailed Description

The Pioneer Cables CA-8008 is designed for manual transmission shift lever applications where the original cable has worn, stretched, or become difficult to operate. It is a practical replacement for drivers servicing a 1982-1983 Chevrolet Citation, Pontiac Phoenix, Oldsmobile Omega, or Buick Skylark with bucket seats, as well as 1984-1985 Buick Skylark and Chevrolet Citation II models with reclining seats. This part number, CA-8008, follows OE-style dimensions and construction to support proper linkage movement in the specified vehicles.

What This Part Helps Address

• Hard or inconsistent gear selection at the shift lever
• Excessive cable wear from corrosion or abrasion
• Shift cable stretch that affects lever travel
• Binding or rough manual transmission shifting
• Replacement needs after cable housing damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s seat configuration and cable length before ordering, since this application is listed with 61.65-inch length requirements and specific bucket-seat or reclining-seat notes. Compare the original routing, bracket locations, and end styles to the existing cable before installation. Confirm the transmission and shift lever connection points match the OE layout for your vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer Cables manufactures replacement cables to OE specifications using a steel inner cable and polymer outer housing for durability in daily service. CA-8008 is built for the listed fitments and application-specific manual transmission use.