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INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: Selector Lever cannot be Moved from "R" Position to "P" Position.: Diagnosis

  1. STEP 1. Check the connection of selector lever assembly and transmission control cable. 

    Q: Is the connection of selector lever assembly and transmission control cable in good condition? 

    1. YES:   Go to Step 2.
    2. NO:   Repair the connection of selector lever assembly and transmission control cable. Check that the selector lever can be moved from "R" position to "P" position.
  2. STEP 2. Check the fit of the lock cam. 

    Q: Is the lock cam installed correctly? 

    1. YES:   Go to Step 3.
    2. NO:   Install the lock cam correctly. Refer to DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY . Check that the selector lever can be moved from "R" position to "P" position.
  3. STEP 3. Check the lock cam. 

    Q: Is the lock cam in good condition? 

    1. YES:   Go to Step 4.
    2. NO:   Replace the lock cam. Refer to DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY . Check that the selector lever can be moved from "R" position to "P" position.
  4. STEP 4. Check the fit of the transmission control cable. 

    Q: Is the transmission control cable installed correctly? 

    1. YES:   Go to Step 5.
    2. NO:   Install the transmission control cable correctly. Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL . Check that the selector lever can be moved from "R" position to "P" position.
  5. STEP 5. Check the transmission control cable. 

    Q: Is the transmission control cable in good condition? 

    1. YES:   Repair or replace the selector lever assembly. Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL . Check that the selector lever can be moved from "P" position to "R" position smoothly.
    2. NO:   Replace the transmission control cable. Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL . Check that the selector lever can be moved from "R" position to "P" position.