Shift Interlock Cable: Removal

Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Loosen set screw and remove knob from shifter handle (Fig 1).

Fig 1: Removing Gearshift Knob
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Remove the center console assembly as shown in (Fig 2).

Fig 2: Removing Center Console
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Remove shifter bezel (Fig 3).

Fig 3: Removing Shifter Bezel
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Disconnect the shifter/ignition interlock cable from the shifter lever and bracket as shown in (Fig 4). Remove the cable core end from the plastic cam of the shifter mechanism and release cable from shifter bracket.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Interlock Cable At Shifter Assembly
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Remove the steering column lower cover (Fig 5).

Fig 5: Removing Steering Column Lower Cover
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Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds (Fig 6).

Fig 6: Removing Steering Column Shrouds
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Disconnect the Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) solenoid connector from the interlock cable (Fig 7).

Fig 7: Disconnecting Interlock Cable At Steering Column-Typical
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Rotate the ignition key to the "OFF" or "ON/RUN" position (Fig 8).

Fig 8: Identifying Ignition Key/Switch Positions
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Squeeze the interlock cable locking tab. Remove the cable from the interlock housing (Fig 9).

Fig 9: Identifying Interlock Cable & Connector
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Release cable from retaining clips and remove through opening under steering column.