Shift Interlock Cable: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove console assembly.
2. Remove lefthand lower instrument panel trim and steering column lower shroud.
3. Remove interlock cable retaining screw, then disconnect cable from shift lever cam.
4. Remove steering column retaining nuts, then lower column to floor.
5. Remove cable retaining clip, then disconnect electrical connector at solenoid.
6. Remove cable retaining screw from steering column, then guide interlock cable out from under console brackets.

INSTALLATION
1. Reverse procedure to install, torquing steering column retaining nuts to 15-24 ft lbs and cable retaining screws at steering column and at shifter to 10-13 in lbs.
2. Test cable for proper operation.
a. Ignition key should only be removable with shift lever in Park.
b. Shifter should be locked in Park with ignition key removed, or with key in On position and brake NOT applied.
c. Shifter should release when brakes are applied.