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Symptom Chart - External Controls

SYMPTOM CHART - EXTERNAL CONTROLS

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The brake shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly
  • Circuitry open/shorted
  • Fuse(s)
  • Brake Pedal Position (BPP) switch
  • Brake Shift Interlock Actuator (BSIA)
  • The selector lever linkage is out of correct gear relationship
  • Selector lever linkage out of adjustment
  • Loose selector lever cable bracket
  • CHECK the selector lever cable bracket. TIGHTEN as necessary.
  • Transmission Control Switch (TCS) does not operate correctly
  • Instrument Cluster (IC)
  • Circuitry open/shorted
  • PCM
  • TCS
  • Selector lever making creaking noise
  • Excessive dirt/dust in the selector lever slide
  • CLEAN selector lever slide.