Key Stuck In Ignition Switch
September 19, 1995BULLETIN NO.
95-023
VIN APPLICATION
See VEHICLE AFFECTED
MODEL/YEAR
2.5TL 1995 - 96
3.2TL 1996
Key Stuck in the Ignition Switch
SYMPTOM
The key cannot be removed from the ignition switch even though the shift lever is firmly in Park.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The pin on the shift lever does not fully engage the parking pin switch. Because of this, the switch does not deactivate a solenoid in the ignition switch that allows the key to be removed.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
1995 2.5TL: All
1996 2.5TL: Thru VIN JH4UA2.. .TC010463
1996 3.2TL: Thru VIN JH4UA3.. .TC000084
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Adjust the parking pin switch.
1. Remove the center console.
2. Loosen the parking pin switch mounting screw. Rotate the switch counterclockwise as far as it will go (about 0.5 mm), then tighten the mounting screw.
3. Reinstall the center console.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Technical Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
Operation number: 743320
Flat rate time: 0.5 hour
Failed P/N: 54026-SW5-980
Defect code: 074
Contention code: B01