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Shift Lock Solenoid Replacement

NOTE: Do not wipe off the special grease applied to the area of the shift lever marked with an asterisk (*) when you disassemble or assemble it.
  1. Remove the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL  ).
  2. While release the lock tab (A) using a screwdriver, insert a pin (B) into the guide hole (C), and push the shift lock solenoid (D) out.
    Fig 1: Pushing Shift Lock Solenoid Out
    G06967144Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the shift lock solenoid connector (E).
  4. Replace the shift lock solenoid.
  5. Connect the shift lock solenoid connector.
  6. Assemble the shift lock solenoid, the solenoid plunger (F), and the plunger spring (G).
  7. Install the shift lock solenoid by aligning the joint of the solenoid plunger with the tip of the shift lock stop, then push the shift lock solenoid into the shift lever securely.
  8. Install the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER INSTALLATION  ).
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