Shift Lock Mechanism Check

Carry out the following inspections.

Fig 1: Checking Shift Lock Mechanism
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
When the above operations are defective, adjust the shift lock cable as follows:
1. Remove the floor console. Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE .
2. Shift the selector lever to "P" position.
3. Turn the ignition key to "LOCK" (OFF) position.
4. Loosen the locking nut of shift lock cable.
  
  Fig 2: Adjusting Shift Interlock Cable
  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
5. Tighten the locking nut so that the end of the shift lock cable comes above the red mark of the lock cam.
  Tightening torque: 12 +/- 2 N.m (107 +/- 17 in-lb)
6. Install the floor console. Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE .
After adjusting, check the operation once more. If the operation is still incorrect, replace the shift lock cable. Refer to A/T KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS .