Shift-Lock System Functional Check

1. With ignition key removed, ensure gear selector cannot be moved from Park. Insert key in ignition switch.
2. Turn ignition on. Ensure gear selector can only be moved with brake pedal pressed down. Move gear selector to Reverse.
3. Ensure ignition key cannot be removed. Move gear selector to Park. Ensure it is now possible to remove ignition key.
4. If shift-lock system does not operate as described, check gear selector, shift-lock solenoid and control cable.
5. Place gear selector in Park. Using screwdriver, push down the emergency override button on shifter console and verify gear selector can be moved from Park position. See Fig 1 . If gear selector cannot be moved out of Park, adjust or replace shift-lock actuator. To adjust shift-lock actuator, refer to the appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING - A/T article in the AUTOMATIC TRANS SERVICING section. Refer to the following:
   • For RX7, see TRANSMISSION SERVICING - A/T
   • For 929, see TRANSMISSION SERVICING - A/T

Fig 1: Locating RX7 & 929 Emergency Override Button

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