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Pinpoint Test G : The Ignition Key Cannot Be Turned To The Off Position, Or The Ignition Key Can Be Turned To The Off Position When The Selector Lever Is Not In Park

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  1. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    • Selector lever cable improperly installed 

      • Verify proper installation and adjustment of the selector lever cable. Make sure the selector lever cable is fully seated in the bracket at the shift lever, and the bracket on the transmission. REFER to: Selector Lever Cable .

    • Wiring, terminals or connectors, ignition lock cylinder, key removal inhibit solenoid (part of the ignition switch), park detect switch (part of the selector lever) 

    Possible Sources 

    • Selector lever cable
    • Circuit open or shorted
    • Selector lever
    • Ignition switch

  2. Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods