Shift Linkage: Testing and Inspection

GEAR SELECTOR MECHANISM, FUNCTIONAL CHECKS

WARNING: Move selector lever into "P" position and apply parking brake before carrying out work with the engine running.

Selector Lever In "P" Position Ignition Key Off
- Move selector lever into "P" position and turn ignition key to end position.
It should be possible to remove the ignition key only when the selector lever is in this position.
With the key removed, it must not be possible to move the selector lever out of "P" position.

Selector Lever In "P" Position And Ignition Switched On
- Brake pedal not depressed:
Selector lever is locked and cannot be moved from the "P" position.
Shift lock solenoid blocks selector lever.
- Brake pedal depressed:
Shift lock solenoid releases selector lever.
It is now possible to move selector lever to a driving position.

Selector Lever In Position "N" And Ignition Switched On
- Brake pedal not depressed:
Selector lever is blocked and cannot be moved from the "N" position.
Shift lock solenoid blocks selector lever.
- Brake pedal depressed:
Shift lock solenoid releases selector lever.
It is now possible to move selector lever to a driving position.

NOTE:
^ It must not be possible to operate the starter when the selector lever is in "1", "2", "3", "D" or "R" positions.
^ At speeds of approx. 5 km/h (3 mph), with the selector lever moved into position "N," the shift lock solenoid must not engage, and must not block the selector lever. The selector lever can be moved into a driving position.
^ At speeds of less than 2 km/h (1 mph) (practically stationery) and selector lever in position "N," the shift lock solenoid must only engage after about 1 second. The selector lever cannot be moved unless brake pedal is depressed.
^ If Cruise Control System (CCS) is switched on and selector lever is in position "2," the CCS must not switch off.