Shift Interlock: Service and Repair

Park Lock Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure






Important: All shifter cable and park lock cable clips are one time usage only. Any service repair requiring cables to be disconnected from the transaxle control cable bracket or shifter assembly will require a cable clip replacement.

1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the console.
3. Remove the lock cylinder bezel from the steering column shroud by carefully prying with a thin bladed screwdriver.
4. Remove the shroud fasteners and remove the steering column upper and lower shroud panels.
5. Make sure the key is in the OFF position.





6. Squeeze the tabs on the park lock cable clip and pull upward to disengage from the control assembly. Discard the clip.





7. Disengage the retaining tabs and remove the park lock cable assembly from the ignition module.
8. Remove the park lock cable from the control an assembly.
9. Remove the park lock cable assembly from the vehicle and note routing.





10. Using a screwdriver, push on the black tab to release the end fitting. Discard the end fitting.

Installation Procedure





1. Install a new end fitting on the park lock cable.





2. Snap the park lock cable assembly onto the ignition module.





3. Install the park lock cable onto the control assembly, using a new clip.





4. Install the park lock cable end terminal onto the control assembly by aligning the cable fitting to the pin and pushing forward. When installing, be sure not to install the cable end fitting on an angle or push down on the cable portion as this may cause cable to mis-adjust.





5. Verify the control assembly is in the P - Park position. Lock the adjuster piece into place by pushing in on the tab.





6. Install the shroud fasteners and install the steering column upper and lower shroud panels.
7. Install the lock cylinder bezel onto the steering column shroud.
8. Install the console.
9. Enable the SIR system.