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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 168 (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT))A/T INTERLOCK SYSTEMSHIFT LOCK SOLENOID TEST
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Shift Lock Solenoid Test
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Shift Lock Solenoid Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
- Select shift Lock Solenoid Test in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that the shift lock solenoid operates with the HDS.
- Make sure that the shift lever can be moved out of P when Shift Lock Solenoid : ON. Move the shift lever back in P, and make sure it locks with Shift Lock Solenoid: OFF.
- Make sure that the shift lock releases when the shift lock release is pushed, and make sure it locks when the shift lock release is released.
- If shift lock solenoid does not work properly, troubleshoot shift lock system (see SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.