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Shift Interlock Switch: Service and Repair

NOTE:
- Replace the parking pin switch, mode switch, and the detent bracket as a set, if parking pin switch replacement is required.
- Refer to detailed shift lever disassembly.

1. Remove the A/T gear position indicator panel light.
2. Remove the shift lever knob, then remove the A/T gear position indicator panel.
3. Disconnect the parking pin switch/mode switch connector, then remove the connector from the connector bracket.
4. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector.




5. Remove the detent bracket from the shift lever bracket base.
6. Remove the indicator panel plate holder and indicator panel plate from the detent bracket.
7. Remove the shift lock solenoid and related parts from the detent bracket.
8. Replace the new detent bracket, then install the removed parts on it.
9. Install the detent bracket in the reverse order of removal.
10. Check the shift lever operation and the shift lock/reverse lock mechanism operation.