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1997 SL2 5-Spd. Shifter is completely loose. Car is stuck in 5th. Shifter will swing full range back and forth and about half way side to side. Car was stuck in reverse, but I messed around with it a bit and got it into 5th, but can't make anything else happen. I love this car. Has 230K on it and really hope to make 250K. Any ideas what is the problem?

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Napa has the replacement part for the shifter, it's about $20, or you can go to the dealer and they will sell you both cable assy. for around $200

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