Shift Interlock Cable: Service and Repair

Locking Cable, Removing, Installing And Adjusting


Special tools and equipment





3352 A Adjustment gauge for locking cable





VAG1331 Torque wrench

Removing





- Move selector lever to position "2."
- Determine correct coding for antitheft radio (if equipped).
- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap
Remove selector lever handle. Shifter A/T
- Remove center console and extension.
- Remove steering wheel with airbag.
- Removing steering column switch.
- Turn ignition key to "ignition on" position.
- Move selector lever to position "R."
- Release locking clip -1- and pull locking cable out from ignition/starter switch.
- Remove cover.
- Unclip locking cable from securing spring on mounting bracket. To do this, lift securing spring slightly.
- Release locking cable from cable clip -2- and remove.

Installing
- Route locking cable free of kinks.
- Turn ignition key to "ignition on" position.
- Install locking cable to ignition/starter switch.
- Make sure locking clip -1- engages.
- Secure locking cable to airbag sensor with cable clip -2-.
- Turn ignition/starter switch to locked position (ignition off).
- Move selector lever to position "R."
- Hook locking cable into locking lever and clip locking cable support bracket-3- into securing spring of mounting bracket.