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Shift Interlock Solenoid: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

^ Tools Required
- J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the left-hand sound insulator.
3. Remove the right-hand sound insulator.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove the BTSI solenoid (2) from the steering column lower support using the J 38778 or the equivalent.
6. Remove the BTSI solenoid (2) from the shift control cable using a flat-beaded screwdriver.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Lengthen the BTSI solenoid (1).
2. Snap the BTSI solenoid onto the shift control cable.
3. Snap the BTSI solenoid onto the steering column lower support bracket.
4. Connect the electrical connector.
5. Install the left-hand sound insulator.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Shift the transmission from (P) Park to (N) Neutral.
8. Shift the transmission back to (P) Park in order to adjust the BTSI solenoid (2).
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