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Shift Interlock Mechanism: Removal

  1. Remove the steering column lower cover. (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Steering Column Lower Cover
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  2. Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds. (Fig 2).
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Steering Column Shrouds
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  3. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" or "ON/RUN" position. (Fig 3).
    Fig 3: Identifying Ignition Key Positions
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  4. Grasp the interlock cable and connector firmly. Remove the interlock cable. (Fig 4).
    Fig 4: Removing Interlock Cable
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  5. Remove the two interlock mechanism-to-steering column attaching screws. (Fig 5). Remove the interlock housing.
    Fig 5: Removing Interlock Mechanism
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