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Key Interlock Mechanism Check/Adjustment

Carry out the following check.

Inspection procedure	Check conditions		Items to be checked (Normal conditions)
1	Brake pedal: Depress	Ignition switch position: "LOCK" (OFF) or removed	The selector lever cannot be moved out of "P" position.
2	Brake pedal: Depress	Ignition switch position: "ON"	The selector lever can be moved from "P" position to other positions smoothly.
3	Transmission range: Other than "P"		The ignition switch cannot be turned to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
4	Transmission range: "P"		The ignition switch can be turned to the "LOCK" (OFF) position smoothly.

Fig 1: Installing Adjuster Case With Lock Guide

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If the normal conditions are not obtained after performing the above operations, install the key interlock cable in the following procedures. (Automatic adjustment)
1. Disconnect the key interlock cable connection (selector lever side) (Refer to CVT KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS ).
  CAUTION: Leave the ignition switch in the "LOCK" (OFF) position until the key interlock cable installation is completed.
2. Move the selector lever to the "P" position and turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
3. Install the tip of the key interlock cable to the lock cam of the selector lever assembly, taking care not to twist the inner cable.
4. Install the adjuster case with its lock guide pulled up (unlocked).
5. Securely push down the lock guide to lock it.
  NOTE: The lock position of the key interlock cable is automatically adjusted by a spring.