Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

SHIFT-LOCK SYSTEM INSPECTION

Shift-Lock System Inspection

1. Switch the ignition to ON.

2. Shift the selector lever to the P position.

3. Perform the following procedures to inspect the shift-lock system.

- If there is any malfunction, inspect the shift-lock solenoid and P position switch.

a. Verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from P to R position when the brake pedal is released.

b. Verify that the selector lever can be shifted from P to R position when the brake pedal is depressed.

Shift-Lock Solenoid and P Position Switch Inspection

1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

b. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

c. Remove the console. Console Removal/Installation

d. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.






2. Measure the voltage between the selector lever component terminals.






- If there is any malfunction, repair or replace the related wiring harness.
- If there is no malfunction even though the shift-lock system has any malfunction, replace the selector lever component. Automatic Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation
Shift-lock solenoid specification





Emergency Override Button Inspection

1. Switch the ignition to off.

2. Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.

3. Without the brake pedal depressed, verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from the P position.

4. Remove the cover using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.






5. Insert the flathead screwdriver into the emergency override hole and push it down.

6. Verify that the selector lever can be shifted from the P position.

- If there is any malfunction, replace the selector lever component. Automatic Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation