Shift Lock Solenoid Inspection

2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS, 4WDSECTION Shift Lock Solenoid Inspection
CAUTION:
  • When connecting cables from battery for operation check, make sure not to create any accidental shorts.
  • Reverse connection of polarity may damage shift lock solenoid.
  1. Remove console box, see CENTER CONSOLE BOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  2. Disconnect select lever connector (1).
  3. Check that shift lock solenoid rod moves smoothly and returns when positive terminal of battery is connected to terminal "5" and negative terminal of battery is connected to terminal "10". If solenoid rod does not move smoothly, replace select lever assembly.
    Fig 1: Identifying Select Lever Connector
    G06527866Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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