Ignition Lock Cable: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove front console assembly.
2. Follow removal steps outlined in illustration.

NOTE: Removal service points as follows:

A. Transfer control lever assembly removal. (13)
When removing the transfer control lever assembly, move the transfer control lever to the 2H (2 wheel drive-high range) position.

INSPECTION
1. Check the transmission control cable assembly for function and for damage.
2. Check the outer cable (key interlock cable, shift lock cable) for damage and check the spring for breakage and correct tension.
3. Check the inner cable (key interlock cable, shift lock cable) for elongation.

INSTALLATION
Installation in reverse order as removal.

NOTE: Installation service points as follows:





A. Shift lock cable connection (brake pedal side). (28)
1. Install the shift lock cable to the brake pedal, and clamp the brake support member with the nut.
2. Route the shift lock cable correctly.

CAUTION: Do not change the routing of the shift lock cable to the selector lever assembly.





B. Slide lever/key interlock cable (steering lock assembly side)/cam lever installation. (23, 24 & 25)
1. Place the ignition key at the LOCK position or keep it removed.
2. Install the slide lever, key interlock cable and cam lever to the steering lock assembly as shown in the illustration.

CAUTION: Do not change the routing of the key interlock cable to the selector lever assembly.





C. Cable band installation. (21)
Place the shift lock cable and key interlock cable as shown in the illustration, and clamp them with the cable band.





D. Transfer control lever assembly installation. (13)
1. Remove the adhesive which is sticking to the transfer control lever assembly mounting bolts.
2. Use a tap (M8 x 1.25) to remove the adhesive which is sticking to the screw mounting holes in the transfer control lever assembly.
3. Check that the return spring is set to the spring stopper of the 2-4WD shift lug, and then install the control lever in the position shown by the arrow.
4. Apply specified adhesive to the threads of the lever assembly mounting bolts, and then tighten the transfer control lever.
Specified adhesive: 3M Stud Locking No. 4170 or equivalent.





E. Transmission control cable installation (selector lever assembly side). (3)
After installing the transmission control cable, adjust it by the following procedure.
1. Move the selector lever to the N position.
2. Loosen the adjusting nut, gently pull the end of the transmission control cable in the direction of the arrow and then tighten the adjusting nut to the specified torque.





F. Shift lock cable installation (selector lever assembly side). (2)
1. Move the selector lever to the P position.
2. Adjust the shift lock cable so that the end of the cable (red mark) is at the position shown in the illustration, and then tighten the nut to the specified torque to clamp the shift lock cable.
3. After installing the shift lock cable, check the shift lock mechanism.





G. Key interlock cable installation (selector lever assembly side). (1)
1. Move the selector lever to the P position.
2. Install the spring and washer that are inserted onto the key interlock cable as shown in the illustration.
3. Gently push the lock cam until the pin stops in the direction of the arrow mark as shown in the illustration, and then tighten the nut to the specified torque to clamp the key interlock cable.
4. After installing the key interlock cable, check the key interlock mechanism.

NOTE: Operational steps after installation as follows:
1. Install front console assembly.