Cable Key Interlock, Replacing

Cable key interlock, replacing

Note! As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removal

Preparations





Remove:
- the center console. See Center console, replacing Service and Repair
- the steering column covers
- the soundproofing panel.

Removing the gear selector cable from the ignition switch




Move the gear shift lever to position P.
Turn the ignition key to position I or II.
Press the lock button and pull the gear selector cable out of the ignition switch.

Removing the gear selector cable from the gear selector assembly




Detach the yellow locking sleeve slightly (use a screwdriver).

Note! The yellow locking sleeve must not be reused. A new locking sleeve must be used at installation.

Lift the gear selector cable off the gear selector assembly.

Removing the gear selector cable from the steering column




Disconnect the clip from the bracket located by the steering column. Also disconnect the clip located by the climate control system.

Installation

Installing the gearbox cable





Note! Start installation from the ignition switch.

Route the gear selector cable down along the steering wheel bracket and under the climate control unit.
Secure the gear selector cable in its clips at the bracket and climate control unit.
Press the end of the gear selector cable into place in the ignition switch. Ensure that the locking tabs for the gear selector cable are engaged and locked.

Connect the gear selector cable to the mounting for the gear selector assembly




Route the gear selector cable along the gear selector cable to the gear selector assembly.
Connect the cable to the gear selector mounting.
If the guide sleeve on the key interlock wire breaks during removal/installation of the wire to the gear selector assembly, the guide sleeve must be replaced. Refer to: Guide sleeve key lock cable Guide Sleeve Key Lock Cable.
For connection to the lever adjustment see: Key interlock cable, initial setting and adjustment .

Initial setting of the key lock cable (adjusting)
See Gear selector lever assembly Geartronic, replacing, B8444S, TF-80SC AWD, B6324S, TF-80SC, B6324S, TF-80SC AWD Gear Selector Lever Assembly Geartronic, Replacing.

Finishing work





Install:
- the steering shaft covers
- the centre console. See Center console, replacing Service and Repair
- the soundproofing panel.