3. Selector Lever Handle Locking Button, Checking

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Make sure locking button moves easily.

It must be possible to press the locking button without using great force.
After releasing, the locking button must come all the way back out by itself.

-- Check the selector lever handle for correct installation if the specified values are not reached. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER HANDLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Check if the selector rod or selector lever is bent.

Function test:

The ignition is switched on.

Locking button on selector lever handle must be pressed for the following shifts. If it is not pressed, the selector lever cannot be shifted into the specified position.

Move the selector lever from "P" into "R" and press the brake pedal at the same time.
"D" into "S"
"N" into "R" ; stationary, press the brake pedal after waiting longer
"R" into "P"

-- Check the selector lever handle for correct installation if the specified values are not reached. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER HANDLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Perform "GUIDED FAULT FINDING " using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester and check the Shift Lock Solenoid -N110-.

-- Adjust the selector lever cable. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE, CHECKING AND ADJUSTING .