Check the Shift-Lock Override Function

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Fig 1: Identifying Gear Shift Lever In P-Position And Ignition Key In Position II

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Move the gear shift lever to P-position and the ignition key in position I or II.

NOTE: Do not press on the brake pedal.

Press the override button, it should be possible to move the lever from the P-position.

Move the gear shift lever to P-position. Remove the ignition key.

Press the override button. It should not be possible to move the lever from the P-position. The override function should only work with the ignition key in position I or II.

If adjustment is necessary, see the next item.