How does the shift interlock system work on a car?
DESCRIPTION Transaxle/Transmission shift interlock system prevents driver from moving gearshift lever from Park unless ignition switch is in RUN position. On models equipped with shift interlock solenoid, gearshift lever cannot be moved from Park without simultaneously depressing brake pedal with ignition switch in RUN position.
What to do when your ignition switch is locked?
Ensure ignition switch is in LOCK position. Place park lock cable adjuster button in up (unlocked) position. Grasp cable at front of spring and move forward in vehicle to remove slack. Release cable. 2) Move cable adjuster rearward in vehicle 1/16″ from previous position.
What happens to the ignition key when the engine is shut off?
If the front wheels are turned when the engine is shut off, the system loses pressure and forces the steering against the lockout pin. Step 3 – In this case grasp the steering wheel and apply pressure in the same direction as the wheels are turned, the lock pin will be relieved allowing the ignition key to be turned.
How do you adjust the park Lock Cable?
Place park lock cable adjuster button in up (unlocked) position. Grasp cable at front of spring and move forward in vehicle to remove slack. Release cable. 2) Move cable adjuster rearward in vehicle 1/16″ from previous position. While holding cable in this position, push adjuster button down flush with adjuster body.
DESCRIPTION Transaxle/Transmission shift interlock system prevents driver from moving gearshift lever from Park unless ignition switch is in RUN position. On models equipped with shift interlock solenoid, gearshift lever cannot be moved from Park without simultaneously depressing brake pedal with ignition switch in RUN position.
Ensure ignition switch is in LOCK position. Place park lock cable adjuster button in up (unlocked) position. Grasp cable at front of spring and move forward in vehicle to remove slack. Release cable. 2) Move cable adjuster rearward in vehicle 1/16″ from previous position.
Place park lock cable adjuster button in up (unlocked) position. Grasp cable at front of spring and move forward in vehicle to remove slack. Release cable. 2) Move cable adjuster rearward in vehicle 1/16″ from previous position. While holding cable in this position, push adjuster button down flush with adjuster body.
When to replace the shift interlock solenoid?
The shift interlock solenoid needs to be replaced if the vehicle cannot shift out of park and the battery is not dead. The shift interlock solenoid is a safety mechanism that keeps the driver from shifting out of park when the brake pedal is not pressed down.
Where is the shift lock solenoid located on a Chevy truck?
The system consists of the automatic transmission shift lock solenoid (serviced as the automatic transmission shift lock actuator), as well as the body control module(BCM) and engine control module(ECM). The shift lock solenoid is located within the steering column assembly.
Why does my Chevy truck not shift out of Park?
* The BCM determines the brake pedal is not applied according to the stop lamp switch. Since the shift lock control solenoid is permanently grounded, the BCM supplies voltage to the automatic transmission shift lock control solenoid, mechanically locking the shift lever in the PARK position as the solenoid energizes.