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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSCONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE (CVT)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESBRAKE AND KEY INTERLOCK SYSTEM INSPECTION

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans

Brake and Key Interlock System Inspection

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Brake and Key Interlock System Inspection

Check that select lever cannot be moved to any other range from "P" range position when ignition key is at "ACC" position, at "LOCK" position or it is removed from keyhole of ignition switch, or brake pedal is not depressed.

Fig 1: Inspecting Range Position
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Shift select lever to "P" range position, check for the following.
- Ignition key can be turned between "LOCK" and "ACC" positions back and forth and also it can be removed from ignition switch.
  
  Fig 2: Inspecting Brake And Key Interlock System - Shift Select Lever To "P" Range Position
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- When ignition switch is turned "ON" position and brake pedal is depressed, select lever can be shifted from "P" range position to any other range.
  
  Fig 3: Inspecting Brake And Key Interlock System - Ignition Switch Turned "On" Position
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With select lever shifted to any position other than "P" range, check that ignition key cannot be turned "LOCK" position and it cannot be removed from ignition switch unless it is at "LOCK" position.

Fig 4: Inspecting Brake And Key Interlock System - Select Lever Shifted To Any Position
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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.