Interlock Cable

1998 Chevrolet Tracker 2D Utility, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Interlock Cable
  1. Remove center console cover and manual selector cover. Place gearshift lever in Park. Loosen interlock cable bolt. Rotate key release plate and insert a small screwdriver into hole in lower key release plate. Retaining spring will move interlock cable bracket into position. Tighten interlock cable bolt to 115 INCH lbs. (13.0 N.m). See Fig 1 .
  2. Ensure ignition switch operates from ACC to LOCK position, and ignition key can be removed when gearshift lever is in Park. Move gearshift lever to any other gear position. Ensure ignition switch cannot be turned from ACC to LOCK position. If ignition switch will turn, readjust interlock cable.
Fig 1: Adjusting Interlock Cable
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