Pioneer Cables CA-8024 Manual Transmission Shift Cable

Manual Transmission Shift Cable for OE-Style Replacement

Pioneer Cables CA-8024 is a manual transmission shift cable built as a direct replacement for select GM compact cars. It is manufactured to OE specifications and uses a durable steel inner cable with a polymer outer housing to help resist corrosion and abrasion.

Compatible With 1980-1981 Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Citation, Oldsmobile Omega, and Pontiac Phoenix applications that use the listed shift lever cable configuration.

Key Features

• OE-spec replacement manual transmission shift cable
• Steel inner cable for consistent shift movement
• Polymer outer housing helps protect against corrosion and wear
• Includes common brackets, grommets, and ends where applicable
• Part number CA-8024 for easy identification

Application Details

This Pioneer Cables CA-8024 shift cable is used in manual transmission linkage systems on 1980 Buick Skylark, 1980 Chevrolet Citation, 1980 Oldsmobile Omega, and 1980 Pontiac Phoenix models, as well as 1981 Buick Skylark, 1981 Chevrolet Citation, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, and 1981 Pontiac Phoenix models. For 1981 applications, the notes specify the first design with bosses cast into the transmission and an attaching clevis. The part number CA-8024 is also the reference to verify when matching the correct shift lever cable for these vehicles.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Hard or imprecise gear selection
• Excessive play in the shift linkage
• Binding caused by a worn or damaged cable
• Corrosion-related cable deterioration
• Broken outer housing or frayed inner cable

Installation Notes

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and transmission design before ordering. Match the cable length and the transmission-side mounting style to the original part, especially on 1981 vehicles with the first-design transmission bosses and clevis attachment. Inspect the shift linkage, bushings, and mounting points during installation to help ensure proper cable routing and smooth lever movement.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer Cables provides an OE-style replacement alternative built to factory specifications for fit and function. CA-8024 is engineered with materials selected for durability in manual transmission service.