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Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System: Adjustment

  1. Loosen set screw and remove knob from shifter handle (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Removing Gearshift Knob
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  2. Remove the center console assembly as shown in (Fig 2).
    Fig 2: Removing Center Console
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  3. Remove shifter bezel (Fig 3).
    Fig 3: Removing Shifter Bezel
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  4. Adjust interlock cable/system as follows:  Pry up on cable adjuster lock to release and allow cable to "self-adjust". Lock cable adjustment by pressing down on the adjuster lock until bottomed at the cable housing.
  5. Verify correct system operation. Refer to verification procedure.
  6. Install shifter bezel (Fig 3).
  7. Install center console assembly (Fig 2).
  8. Install gearshift knob and tighten set screw to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.) torque (Fig 1).