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Shift Interlock Switch: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

Fig. 39:





1. Remove the steering column lower cover (Fig. 39).

Fig. 40:





2. Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds (Fig. 40).

Fig. 41:





3. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" or "ON/ RUN" position (Fig. 41).

Fig. 42:





4. Grasp the interlock cable and connector firmly. Remove the interlock cable (Fig. 42).

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5. Remove the two interlock mechanism-to-steering column attaching screws (Fig. 43). Remove the interlock housing.

INSTALLATION
1. Position the interlock housing at steering column. Install the two interlock mechanism-to-steering column attaching screws. Torque screws to 3 Nm (21 inch lbs.).
2. Snap the interlock cable into the housing.
3. Install steering column upper and lower shrouds (Fig. 40).
4. Install steering column lower cover (Fig. 39).