Shift Lock System Function Inspection
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM FUNCTION INSPECTIONPerform the following shift lock system function check BEFORE floor console reassembly. Shift gears between P and N to insure that the key cannot be removed unless the transmission selector is in the P position. Insure that the shifter moves smoothly when gear selections are made.
1. Check Lock Cam operation with shift lever in "N" position:
a) Start engine with shift lever in "P" position.
b) Depress the brake pedal.
c) Push the shift lever button with minimum stroke possible, and move shift lever to "N" position.
d) Depress the brake pedal full stroke and then release. Repeat this procedure 20 times at 2 second intervals.
e) Confirm the ignition key cannot be turned to the "LOCK" position and the key cannot be removed.
f) Move the shift lever to the "P" position.
2. Confirm the removal of the ignition key from the key cylinder with the shift lever in the "P" position:
a) Start the engine with the shift lever in the "P" position.
b) Depress the brake pedal.
c) Push the shift lever button with full stroke and move the shift lever to the "N" position.
d) Continue to depress the brake pedal, push the button on the shift lever with full stroke, and move the shift lever to the "P" position. Release the shift lever button slowly (about 5 seconds).
f) Confirm the ignition key can be turned to the "LOCK" position and removed.
3. Perform the inspection as shown above. Confirm the shift lever push button force and the shift lever operation force are normal (no unusual effort).
CONSOLE REASSEMBLY
1. Reassemble the console in the reverse order of disassembly.
2. Confirm that all electrical connections and fasteners are properly secured.
^ Confirm that the accessory power sockets function.
^ Confirm function of the heated seats (if equipped) and that the switches illuminate when in the ON position.
^ Confirm function of the rear fan (if equipped).
3. Remove the tape protecting the center console.