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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Action

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Yes

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DEFINITION: Transmission does not shift out of PARK with the brake pedal pressed and the ignition switch in the ON position.

1

Did you perform the Auto Trans Shift Lock Control System Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control

2

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the auto trans shift lock control solenoid.
  3. Connect a test lamp between auto trans shift lock solenoid supply voltage circuit and a good ground.
  4. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  5. Depress the brake pedal.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 6

3

Test the auto trans shift lock solenoid supply voltage circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Inspect the auto trans shift lock control switch adjustment. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment and Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  2. Inspect for poor connections at the auto trans shift lock control switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

Replace the auto trans shift lock control switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 8

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6

  1. Inspect the auto trans shift lock control solenoid for proper adjustment. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.
  2. Inspect for poor connections at the auto trans shift lock control solenoid. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

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Replace the auto trans shift lock control solenoid. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 8

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8

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2