Shift-Lock Actuator Inspection

Remove the rear console.
Remove the selector lever knob and indicator panel screws.
Lift up slightly the selector lever, selector sleeve, and indicator panel, and disconnect the O/D OFF switch connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting O/D Off Switch Connector
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Shift the selector lever to the P position.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, and inspect for terminal voltages and continuity, referring to the chart. Disconnect the shift-lock actuator connector to inspect for continuity between terminal 1 (harness side) and ground.
- If not as specified, repair the wiring harness and/or shift-lock actuator.
Fig 2: Connector Terminals Voltage Reference Table
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Grasp the O/D OFF switch wiring harness and pull it while pushing the selector lever knob down fully onto the selector lever.
Connect the O/D OFF switch connector.

Fig 3: Identifying O/D OFF Switch Connector Terminals
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Adjust the indicator panel. Install the screws in the order shown in the figure.
Tightening torque
1. 1.5-2.4 N.m {16-24 kgf.cm, 14-21 in.lbf}
Fig 4: Identifying Indicator Panel Installation Screws In Order
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Apply locking compound to the selector lever knob screw threads after the threads have been cleaned. Tighten the screws.
Tightening torque
1. 2.0-2.9 N.m {21-29 kgf.cm, 18-25 in.lbf}
Install the rear console.
Verify correct operation of the shift-lock system.