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.
Interlock Cable
Remove gearshift lever trim. See GEARSHIFT LEVER TRIM . Remove center console switch unit. See CENTER CONSOLE SWITCH UNIT .
Move selector lever (1) to "P" position (front stop of shifting gate).
Loosen screw (4). It must be possible to move cable (2) slightly in holder (3). See Fig 1 .
Move ignition key to "0" position and remove.
Press interlock locking pawl (5) downwards as far as it will go.
Tighten screw (4). See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
To check adjustment of interlock, turn ignition key to "ignition" position and "0" position. Interlock locking pawl (1) must rest (3) on shift tower (2). If necessary, adjust interlock cable again. See Fig 2 .
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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.