Shift Lock/Reverse Lock Mechanism: Notes

The shift lock system reduces the risk of the unintentional engine starting. Starting the engine is possible only in the P and N positions. The shift lock mechanism consists of the shift lock solenoid, shift lock stop/reverse lock stop, shift lock release, and related parts. The reverse lock mechanism shares the shift lock mechanism. The shift lock solenoid is electronically controlled by the shift lock/reverse lock control system signals. If the shift lock solenoid does not operate, the shift lock/reverse lock mechanism can be released by pressing the shift lock release.

In the P position while pressing the brake pedal and releasing the accelerator, the shift lock solenoid is turned ON, and the shift lock solenoid plunger is retracted, releasing the shift lock stop. This allows the shift lever to be moved.

Fig 1: Identifying Shift Lever Mechanism In P Position

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When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator is pressed, the shift lock solenoid stays OFF, and the shift lock stop locks the shift lever in the P position.

Fig 2: Identifying Shift Lock In P Position

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When the shift lever is shifted to the R position from the N position, the shift lock solenoid is turned ON, and the shift lock solenoid plunger is retracted to release the reverse lock stop. This allows the shift lever to be moved to the R position.

Fig 3: Identifying Shift Lever Mechanism In R Position

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If the conditions (acceleration at 6 mph (10 km/h) or less, and deceleration at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less in the D position) for turning ON the solenoid are not met, the shift lock solenoid stays OFF, and the reverse lock stop locks the shift lever in the N position.

Fig 4: Identifying Reverse Lock Stop Position In N Position

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