Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Honda Fit Base, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Shift Lock Release and Release Spring Replacement
- Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Release the lock tab retaining the A/T gear position indicator panel, and move the indicator panel up.
- Remove the shift lock release (A) and release spring (B).
- Apply silicone grease to the pin (C) on the shift lever bracket base, and install the shift lock release and release spring over the pin. Keep the connector terminals free of silicone grease.NOTE: Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors and switches, especially if you have silicone grease on your hands and gloves.
- Install the indicator panel on the shift lever bracket base.
- Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
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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.