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Inspection and Verification

  1. Verify the customer concern by operating the transmission external control.
  2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage; refer to the following chart:
    VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

    Mechanical Electrical
    • Damaged shift lock actuator
    • Damaged transmission control (TC) switch
    • Damaged shift interlock switch
    • Failed fuse(s):
      • 20 (10A)
      • 22 (15A)
    • Damaged wiring harness
    • Loose or corroded connections
    • Damaged shift interlock switch
  3. If the fault is not visually evident, determine the symptom. Go to Symptom Chart - Exterior Controls  or Go to Symptom Chart - Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) .