Shift Lock Mechanism Check

Perform the following inspections.

Fig 1: Shift Lock Mechanism Inspection Chart
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
When any of the above shift lock inspection procedures fail, adjust the shift lock cable as follows:
1. Remove the front floor console assembly. (Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY .)
2. Shift the selector lever to the "P" position.
3. Loosen the lock nut on the shift lock cable.
  
  Fig 2: Loosening Locknut On Shift Lock Cable
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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 locknut.
  1. Tightening torque: 12+/-2 N.m (107+/-17 in-lb)
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 .)
6. Install the front floor console assembly. (Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY .)