Key Interlock Mechanism Check

Perform the following checks.

KEY INTERLOCK MECHANISM CHECK REFERENCE CHART

Inspection procedure	Check conditions		Items to be checked (Normal status)
1	Brake pedal: Depressed	Ignition switch position: LOCK (OFF) or ACC	The shift lever cannot be moved out of the P position.
2	Brake pedal: Depressed	Ignition switch position: ON	The shift lever can be moved from the P position to other positions smoothly.
3	Shift lever position: Other than P		The ignition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK (OFF) position.
4	Shift lever position: P		The ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK (OFF) position smoothly.

If there is a problem with above operations, install the key interlock cable according to the procedure below. (Automatic adjustment)
1. Disconnect the key interlock cable connection (shift lever side). (Refer to KEY INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISMS .)
  CAUTION: Leave the ignition switch in the LOCK (OFF) position until the key interlock cable installation is completed.
2. Move the shift lever to the P position, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (OFF) position.
3. Install the tip of key interlock cable to the lock cam of shift lever assembly, using a caution not to twist the inner cable.
4. Install the adjuster case with its lock guide pulled up (unlocked).
5. With the lock cam pin pushed in the direction B as shown in the illustration to remove the slack from the key interlock cable, securely lower the lock guide and lock it.
  NOTE: The lock position of the key interlock cable is automatically adjusted by a spring.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Key Interlock Cable
  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.