2. 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.

If the specified values are not obtained:

-- Make sure the selector lever handle is installed correctly. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER HANDLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, SIDE LOCKING BUTTON .

-- Make sure the selector lever is not bent.

Function test:

The ignition is switched on.

The locking button on the 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.
"N" into "R" ; stationary, press the brake pedal after waiting longer
"R" into "P"

If the specified values are not obtained:

-- Make sure the selector lever handle is installed correctly. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER HANDLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, SIDE LOCKING BUTTON .

-- Check the connectors on the selector mechanism.

-- 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 .