Shift interlock, checking
function (automatic
transmission)
The shift interlock uses a cable between
the ignition switch and the shift lever to
lock the shift lever in the park position
when the key is in the off position or
removed. This feature also prevents the
key from being removed from the ignition
lock until the selector lever is in Park.
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Shift selector lever to Park position
and turn ignition key to the off
position.
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Remove ignition key. Check that
selector lever cannot be shifted out
of Park position.
Note:
It must only be possible to remove
ignition key with selector lever in
Park position.
Shift interlock cable must not be
kinked.
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Turn ignition key on and depress
brake pedal. Check that selector
lever moves freely from gear to
gear.
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With selector lever in a gear
position other than Park, attempt to
turn key to off position and remove.
Key should not go into off position.
If any faults are found check cable for
kinks and check cable attachment points
for damage or faults.
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