Park Lock Cable
WARNING:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION section before disconnecting battery.
NOTE:
Not all models are equipped with a park lock cable. Park lock cable adjustment information for some models is not available from manufacturer.
- With ignition switch in RUN position and gearshift lever in Neutral, ensure ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK position.
- With gearshift lever in Park and ignition switch in LOCK position, gearshift lever should not be allowed movement to other gear positions and ignition key should be removable from lock cylinder.
- If system does not perform as described, dislodge park lock cable housing lock at ignition switch. Adjust outer cable housing to position White plastic collar in park lock housing. See Fig 1 .
- Ensure no gap is present between metal terminal stop at end of cable and White plastic collar. White plastic collar should be flush or less than .040" (1.0 mm) recessed in park lock housing. Hold cable in position and seat park lock cable housing lock. Check park lock cable operation.
NOTE:
Shift interlock solenoid is non-adjustable. If shift interlock system is out of adjustment, check park lock cable adjustment. See PARK LOCK CABLE
. If adjustment is not possible, replace necessary components. Some models require that park lock cable and shift interlock solenoid be replaced as an assembly.