Shift Lock Mechanism Check

Perform the following inspections.

Fig 1: Shift Lock Mechanism Inspection Procedure
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
When any of the above shift lock inspection procedures fail, adjust the shift lock cable as follows:
1. Remove the floor console. (Refer to FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY .)
2. Shift the selector lever to the "P" position.
3. Loosen the lock nut on the shift lock cable.
4. Adjust the cable so that the end of the shift lock cable is above the red line on the lock cam and tighten the locking nut.
  Tightening torque: 12 +/- 2 N.m (107 +/- 17 in-lb)
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Shift Lock Mechanism
  Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
5. After adjusting, retest the shift lock cable operation.
  Replace the shift lock cable if it does not operate properly. (Refer to A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS .)
Install the floor console. (Refer to FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY .)