Shift Interlock: Service and Repair

A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING: When removing and installing the transaxle control cable and shift lock cable unit, be careful not to hit the SRS-ECU.

Pre-removal & Post-installation Operation:

Removal Steps 1-3:

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

[[A]] KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (STEERING SIDE) REMOVAL
Turn the ignition switch to the "ACC" position and then pull the key interlock cable out from the ignition key cylinder.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

]]A[[ KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (STEERING LOCK CYLINDER SIDE) INSTALLATION
Turn the ignition switch to the "ACC" position and then install the key interlock cable to the ignition key cylinder.

]]B[[ KEY INTERLOCK CABLE INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Leave the ignition switch in the "LOCK" (OFF) position until the key interlock cable installation is completed.

1. Move the selector lever to the P position and turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.





2. Install the tip of the key interlock cable to the lock cam of the selector lever assembly, taking care not to twist the inner cable.
3. Install the adjuster case with its lock guide pulled up (unlocked).
4. Securely push down the lock guide to lock it.

NOTE: The lock position of the key interlock cable is automatically adjusted by a spring.