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Shift Interlock: Testing and Inspection


WARNING: Before working on the engine when it is running, move the transmission selector lever into the "P" position and apply the parking brake.

Selector Lever In "P" Position; Ignition Switched On
Brake Pedal Not Depressed:
- Selector lever is locked and cannot be shifted out of "P" position.
- Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- blocks selector lever.

Brake Pedal Depressed:
- Solenoid for selector lever lock releases selector lever.
- It is now possible to shift into a driving gear.

Selector Lever In "N" Position; Ignition Switched On
Brake Pedal Not Depressed:
- Selector lever is locked and cannot be shifted out of "N" position.
- Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- blocks selector lever.

Brake Pedal Depressed:
- Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- releases selector lever.
- It is possible to shift into a driving gear.

NOTE:
^ The starter must not be able to operate with the selector lever in positions "1" "2" "3" "D" and "R"
^ When traveling at speeds above 5 km/h (3 mph) and shifting into selector lever position "N", the Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- must not engage and block the selector lever. The selector lever can be shifted into a driving gear.
^ When traveling at speeds below 5 km/h (3 mph-almost stopped) and shifting into selector lever position "N" the Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- must not engage until after approx. 1 sec. The selector lever cannot be shifted out of "N" position until the brake pedal is depressed.