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Shift Lock Solenoid Test

Shift Lock Solenoid Test
1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).





2. Select the Shift Lock Solenoid Test in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check then the shift lock solenoid operates with the HDS.

NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the PCM, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.

3. Check then the shift lever can be moved out of P when the Shift Lock Solenoid is: ON. Move the shift lever back in P, and make sure it locks with the Shift Lock Solenoid is: OFF.
4. Check then the shift lock releases when the shift lock release is pushed, and check then it locks when the shift lock release is released.
5. If the shift lock solenoid does not work properly, perform shift lock system troubleshooting.
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