Shift Interlock Solenoid: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation

1. Note: If equipped with the traction control switch, the switch will need to be disconnected prior to removing the center console.

Remove the center console.





2. Remove the PRNDL indicator bulb.





3. Remove the rear A/C air duct.





4. Rotate the shifter bezel.





5. Disconnect the cable from the lever.
1 Remove the shift interlock cable from the bracket.
2 Disconnect the cable from the lever.





6. Remove the lower steering column cover screws.





7. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.





8. Disconnect the electrical connector.





9. Position the hood release cable and bracket aside.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Position the hood release cable and bracket aside.





10. Remove the floor heat duct screw.





11. Remove the lower reinforcement panel.





12. Remove the inner instrument panel finish panel.





13. Remove the outer instrument panel finish panel.





14. Disconnect the power mirror switch.





15. Remove the inner trim support panel.





16. Remove the ignition switch.
- Remove the screws.
- Remove the ignition switch.





17. Remove two screws for the shift lock actuator cable.





18. Disconnect the electrical connector.





19. Remove the cable from the bracket and remove the cable.
20. To install, reverse the removal procedure.