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Gear change mechanism, checking

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Selector lever in "P" position and ignition switched on 

Selector lever is locked and cannot be shifted out of "P" position. Shift lock solenoid blocks selector lever.

Shift lock solenoid releases selector lever. It is possible to shift into a driving range.

Selector lever in "N" position and ignition switched on 

Selector lever is locked and cannot be shifted out of "N" position. Shift lock solenoid blocks selector lever.

Shift lock solenoid releases selector lever. It is possible to shift into a driving gear.

NOTE:
  • The starter must not operate in the selector lever positions "1", "2", "3", "D" or "R".
  • When travelling at speeds above 5 km/h and shifting into selector lever position "N", shift lock solenoid must not engage and block selector lever. Selector lever can be shifted into a driving gear.
  • When travelling at speeds below 5 km/h (almost stopped) and shifting into selector lever position "N", shift lock solenoid must not engage until after approx. 1 sec. Selector lever cannot be shifted out of "N" position until brake pedal is depressed.