Brake Shift Interlock Override - Floor Shift

This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock system that prevents moving the selector lever from the PARK position. When the ignition switch is in the RUN position and the brake pedal is applied, the Brake Shift Interlock Actuator(BSIA) is energized.

Perform the following if the selector lever cannot be moved from PARK with the ignition switch in RUN and the brake pedal applied:

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1. 1.
   
   Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

1. 2.
   
   Apply the park brake.

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1. 3.
   
   Remove the selector lever trim ring, console tray and cup holder insert.

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1. 4.
   
   Remove the screw and the console upper trim.

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1. 5.
   
   Remove the selector lever trim ring.

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1. 6.
   
   
   NOTE: Using a suitable tool, lift and remove the floor console upper panel from the rear.

   Remove the floor console upper panel.

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All vehicles 

1. 7.
   
   Using a suitable tool, press the brake shift interlock override mechanism on the selector lever, apply the brake pedal, press the button on the selector lever and move the selector lever into NEUTRAL.
   • Press the override mechanism forward to release the BSIA.

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1. 8.
   
   Start the vehicle.

1. 9.
   
   To install, reverse the procedure.