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Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly
  • Circuitry.
  • Fuse(s).
  • Shift lock actuator.
  • Brake pedal position switch.
  • The shift control is out of correct gear relationship
  • Transmission shift cable and bracket.
  • Cable retention to steering column bracket.
  • Shift indicator.
  • The transmission range indicator does not correspond to the gear
  • Transmission shift cable bracket.
  • TIGHTEN bolts holding transmission shift cable bracket.
 
  • Shift control indicator linkage.
  • ADJUST PRNDL indicator at steering housing.
 
  • Transmission shift cable loose from the transmission bracket.
  • VERIFY the shift cable is seated in the transmission shift cable bracket.
 
  • Shift cable adjustment incorrect.
  • The transmission range indicator lamp does not illuminate
  • Bulb.
  • Circuitry.
  • The transmission control switch/indicator lamp not operating correctly
  • Fuse.
  • TCS.
  • TCS not cycled during self test.
  • Powertrain control module.
  • Circuitry.
  • Rattle, noise, buzz, or other noise
  • Selector lever knob.
  • INSTALL a new selector lever knob.
 
  • Shift control selector lever.
  • TIGHTEN the housing bolts.
 
  • Shift interlock spring.
  • ATTACH the shift interlock spring correctly.
  • Water enters inside the vehicle
  • Cable assembly grommet.
  • SECURE the grommet to dash panel.
 
  • Torn cable assembly grommet.
  • INSTALL new transmission shift cable.
  • Excessive shift effort
  • Transmission shift cable.
  • INSTALL a new transmission shift cable.
 
  • Cable bracket.
  • ADJUST the cable. TIGHTEN the cable bracket screws.
  • The transmission range selector lever will not shift from range
  • Transmission shift cable disconnected.
  • REINSTALL the transmission shift cable.
 
  • Broken transmission shift cable.
  • INSTALL a new transmission shift cable.
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