Installing cable for key interlock

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NOTE: Applies to cars with automatic transmission.

Fig 1: Identifying Key Interlock Cable

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Set the gear selector lever to P position.

Move the ignition key to position I.

Press the cable into the ignition switch and feel to see that it sits correctly.

Remove the ignition key and check that the gear selector lever is blocked in P position.