2002 transmission issues

[tejassunfire]

2002 sunfire. Went into reverse. When shifting to drive, the shifter was moving freely and not engaging. No fluid on ground, no popping etc. Is this some kind of cable? and how is it attached?

 

[Grue]

Yep. A quick google search came up with some decent instructions on how to investigate, remove, and install the cable as necessary. Link