With Column Shift

DESCRIPTION
A shift interlock mechanism is installed on vehicles with an automatic transaxle. This is to prevent shifting the transaxle out of the PARK position unless the brake pedal is applied.

CONSTRUCTION
The shift interlock system consists of a solenoid assembly attached to the key interlock assembly, a bracket retaining the solenoid, and the necessary wiring.

OPERATION
The ignition/shifter interlock locks the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. It also requires the shift lever to be in the PARK position to turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. The solenoid is energized when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position. This locks the shifter in the PARK position. When the brake pedal is applied and the stoplight switch is activated, the shift lock solenoid is deactivated and the shifter can be moved out of the PARK position.