Shift Interlock System

Shift interlock system prevents shift lever from being moved from Park unless brake pedal is depressed and accelerator is in idle position. In case of a malfunction, shift lever can be released by placing ignition key in release slot near shift lever. Voltage is provided to shift lock solenoid when ignition is on.

When shift position console switch is in Park, ATCU provides voltage to shift lock circuit in the interlock control unit, provided brake pedal is depressed and accelerator is in idle position. Interlock control unit then operates shift lock solenoid by controlling the ground circuit. When shift lock solenoid is energized, shift lever is released and can be moved.

Shift position console switch is located on side of shift lever. See Figure. Shift lock solenoid is located on right side of shift lever. See Figure. Interlock control unit is located behind left side of instrument panel, near kick panel. See Figure.