Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Ignition Key/Switch Positions

Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

1 - ACC

2 - LOCK

3 - OFF

4 - ON/RUN

5 - START

The following chart describes the normal operation of the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) system. If the "expected response" differs from the vehicle's response, then system repair and/or adjustment is necessary. See Fig 1.

Refer to the following chart that expected shifter response, depending on ignition key/switch and brake pedal positions.

ACTION	EXPECTED RESPONSE
1. Turn key to the "OFF" position.	1. Shifter CAN be shifted out of park.
2. Turn key to the "ON/RUN" position.	2. Shifter CANNOT be shifted out of park.
3. Turn key to the "ON/RUN" position and depress the brake pedal.	3. Shifter CAN be shifted out of park.
4. Leave shifter in any gear and try to return key to the "LOCK" or "ACC" position.	4. Key cannot be returned to the "LOCK" or "ACC" position.
5. Return shifter to "PARK" and try to remove the key.	5. Key can be removed (after returning to "LOCK" position).
6. With the key removed, try to shift out of "PARK".	6. Shifter cannot be shifted out of "PARK".
NOTE: Any failure to meet these expected responses requires system adjustment or repair.