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Shift-Lock Release System Inspection

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  1. Switch the ignition OFF (LOCK).
  2. Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
  3. Verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted to the R from P position when the brake pedal is not depressed.
  4. Remove the shift-lock release hole cover using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
    Fig 1: Removing Shift-Lock Release Hole Cover Using Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver
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  5. Insert flathead screwdriver into the shift-lock release hole.
  6. Verify that the selector lever can be shifted to the R from P position.