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.
Diagnostic Procedure
SYMPTOM 1:
- Selector lever cannot be moved from "P" position with key in ON position and brake pedal applied.
- Selector lever can be moved from "P" position with key in ON position and brake pedal released.
- Selector lever can be moved from "P" position when key is removed from key cylinder.
SYMPTOM 2: Ignition key cannot be removed when selector lever is set to "P" position. It can be removed when selector lever is set to any position except "P".
- CHECK KEY INTERLOCK CABLE
Check key interlock cable for damage.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 2.
- NG: Repair key interlock cable. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
- CHECK SELECTOR LEVER POSITION
Check selector lever position for damage.
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 3.
- NG: Check selector lever. Refer to "CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT ".
- CHECK POWER SOURCE
Turn ignition switch to "OFF" position. (Do not start engine.)
- Check voltage between A/T device harness connector M44 terminal 7 (G) and ground.
Voltage:
Brake pedal depressed: Battery voltage
Brake pedal released: 0V
OK or NG
- OK: GO TO 5.
- NG: GO TO 4.
- Check voltage between A/T device harness connector M44 terminal 7 (G) and ground.
- DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check the following items.
- Harness for open or short between fuse block (J/B) connector M1 terminal 12K and stop lamp switch harness connector M26 terminal 3.
- Harness for open or short stop lamp switch harness connector M26 terminal 4 and A/T device harness connector M44 terminal 7 (G).
- 10A fuse [10, located in the fuse block (J/B)].
- Check continuity between stop lamp switch harness connector M26 terminals 3 (G) and 4 (G).
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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.
