Shift Interlock: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove console.
2. Remove LH lower instrument panel trim and lower steering column shroud.
3. Remove ignition /shifter interlock cable retaining screw and disconnect ignition/shifter interlock cable from shifter interlock cam.
4. Remove steering column retaining nuts and lower steering column assembly to floor.
5. Remove ignition /shifter interlock cable retaining clip. Disconnect electrical connector at solenoid.
6. Remove ignition/shifter interlock cable retaining screws from steering column tube.
7. Guide ignition /shifter interlock cable out from under console brackets.

INSTALLATION
1. Follow removal procedure in reverse order.
2. Tighten steering column tube retaining nuts to 34-46 Nm (25-33 ft. lbs.).
3. Tighten ignition/shifter interlock cable retaining screws at steering column tube to 3 Nm (26 inch lbs.) and at transmission range selector lever to2 Nm (17 inch lbs.). Tighten bezel retaining screws to 2 Nm (117 inch lbs.).
4. Test for proper operation. The ignition key should only be removable with the transmission range selector lever in PARK. The transmission range selector lever should be locked in PARK with the key removed. The shifter should also be locked in PARK with the ignition in the RUN position, and be released when the service brakes are applied.