2002 Chrysler Neon LX, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Shift Interlock Cable: Installation

CAUTION: When installing interlock cable assembly, care must be taken not to bend exposed cable wire and slug at shifter end of cable.
  1. Route interlock cable through hole in instrument panel below steering column and around to gear shifter assembly.
  2. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" or "ON/RUN" position. (Figure).
  3. Install the interlock cable into the interlock housing at the steering column (Figure). Verify the cable snaps into the housing and is fully seated.
  4. Return the ignition key to the "LOCK" position. (Figure).
  5. Connect the BTSI solenoid connector. (Figure).
  6. Install cable into retaining clips as shown in (Figure).
  7. Install steering column upper and lower shrouds. (Figure).
  8. Install steering column lower cover. (Figure).
  9. Verify that shifter is in gated "PARK".
  10. Install the cable core end to the plastic cam of the shifter mechanism. Snap the shifter/ignition interlock cable end fitting into the groove in the gear shift mechanism as shown in (Figure).
  11. Adjust interlock cable/system as follows:  If interlock cable is being replaced, it will come with an adjustment pin. Remove the pin from the cable and allow the cable to "self-adjust". Lock cable adjustment by pressing down on the adjuster lock until bottomed at the cable housing. If interlock cable is being reused, no pin will be provided. Pry up on cable adjuster lock to release and allow cable to "self-adjust". Lock cable adjustment by pressing down on the adjuster lock until bottomed at the cable housing.
  12. Connect battery negative cable and verify interlock system operation as shown in ( Fig 1 ) 
    Fig 1: Installing Interlock Cable At Interlock Housing (Chart)
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  13. Install shifter bezel. (Figure).
  14. Install center console assembly. (Figure).
  15. Install gearshift knob and tighten set screw to 2 N.m (15 in. lbs.). (Figure).
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