Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the front floor console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Place the transaxle shift control lever in the PARK position.
- Turn the ignition key to the RUN position.
- Slip a screwdriver blade into the slot provided in the ignition switch inhibitor.
- Use the screwdriver to depress the cable latch.
- Pull the cable from the inhibitor.
- Remove the park/lock cable at the shift control.
- Remove the cable retainer from the park/lock cable at the shift control.
- Remove the park/lock cable.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure the ignition key is in the RUN position. Do NOT attempt to proceed to the next step with the key in any other position.