Pioneer Cables CA-8257 Manual Transmission Shift Cable - Select
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Pioneer Cables CA-8257 Manual Transmission Shift Cable - Select

Brand Pioneer Cables CA-8257
Position Select
Fits Mini · 10 vehicles

Manual shift cable. Direct replacement for restoring smooth gear selection.

Cross-references Pioneer Automotive Industries CA-8257 and Y-1557 for the same application. See all 2.

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Manual Shift Cable for Mini Applications

Pioneer Cables CA-8257 is a manual transmission shift cable for select Mini Cooper Countryman and Mini Cooper Paceman models. It is built for direct-fit replacement use in manual shift linkage service on covered vehicles.

Key Features

  • Manual transmission shift cable for select Mini applications
  • Fits 2011-2016 Mini Cooper Countryman, Select
  • Fits 2013-2016 Mini Cooper Paceman, Select
  • Part number CA-8257 for catalog and service matching
  • Brand: Pioneer Cables

Detailed Description

This Pioneer Cables CA-8257 manual transmission shift cable is listed for select 2011-2016 Mini Cooper Countryman and 2013-2016 Mini Cooper Paceman models with Select position fitment. Use it when servicing the shift linkage on a Mini Cooper Countryman or Mini Cooper Paceman equipped with a manual transmission and requiring the CA-8257 application. The part number CA-8257 helps confirm the correct cable during ordering and repair planning.

Common Issues It Can Address

  • Loose or inaccurate gear selection at the shifter
  • Difficulty engaging gears through the manual transmission lever
  • Excessive play in the shift linkage
  • Broken, worn, or binding shift cable operation
  • Restoring proper shifter-to-transmission movement on covered Mini models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify transmission type, position, and vehicle fitment before installation. Confirm the existing cable routing and attachment points match the CA-8257 application for your Mini Cooper Countryman or Mini Cooper Paceman. After installation, check shifter travel and gear engagement through all selected positions before returning the vehicle to service.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer Cables supplies this manual transmission shift cable as a cataloged replacement part for the listed Mini applications. Confirm part number CA-8257 against the vehicle’s fitment details before purchase.

Related reading

This part fits 10 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2016MiniCooper CountrymanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2016MiniCooper PacemanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2015MiniCooper CountrymanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2015MiniCooper PacemanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2014MiniCooper CountrymanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2014MiniCooper PacemanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2013MiniCooper CountrymanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2013MiniCooper PacemanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2012MiniCooper CountrymanSManual1.6LL4Select—
2011MiniCooper CountrymanSManual1.6LL4Select—
Directly replaces or cross-references 2 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Pioneer Automotive Industries — CA-8257Y-1557