A/T Shift Lock Override Button Theft Protection (BO92-008)

Publication date: 1992-10-30
Reference number: BO92-008

A/T SHIFT LOCK OVERRIDE BUTTON THEFT PROTECTION

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): BO92-008, Date of Issue: October 30, 1992

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LOCK OVERRIDE BUTTON

Model(s): 1992 Toyota Tercel, Corolla, Celica, Camry, Paseo, & Land Cruiser (EL4#, AEO#, AT86F, ST18#, SK1#,VK1#, DZ81#)

Reference: Body

Bulletin No.: BO92-008

Date: October 30, 1992

Engine: 4 & 6 Cylinder

SERVICE INFORMATION

The position of the automatic transmission shift lock override button (ORB) has been changed and a cover added for increased theft protection in accordance with FMVSS No. 114. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Modified ti the Override Button (ORB)

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The ORB cover is packaged separately at the factory for transportation and must be installed during PDS (Pre-Delivery Service) according to the following procedure:

ORB COVER STORAGE

The ORB is placed in a plastic envelope with a caution label and the envelope is taped to the automatic transmission shift lever as shown in Fig 2.

Fig 2: ORB Cover Storage

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INSTALLATION OF ORB COVER

Install the ORB cover with the index facing toward the rear of the vehicle. See Fig 3.

Fig 3: Installation of ORB Cover

PRODUCTION EFFECTIVE

Model	Production Effective
CAMRY	FROM 1993 M/Y (AUGUST, 1992)
COROLLA	FROM 1993 M/Y (JUNE, 1992)
TERCEL, PASEO	FROM 1993 M/Y (AUGUST, 1992)
CELICA	FROM 1993 M/Y (AUGUST, 1992
LAND CRUISER	FROM 1993 M/Y (AUGUST, 1992)
TMM CAMRY	FROM 1993 M/Y (AUGUST, 1992)
TMM COROLLA	FROM 1993 M/Y (SEPTEMBER, 1992)
NUMMI COROLLA	FROM 1993 M/Y (AUGUST, 1992)

NOTE: The ORB is not applicable to column shift automatic transmission vehicles (Previa, Truck and T100) with a mechanical shift interlock system.

CANCELING THE SHIFT LOCK WITH ORB

If a dead battery or similar problem occurs, the shift lever cannot be moved out of the "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in the "ON" position. Use the ORB to cancel the shift lock as follows:

Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position.
Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or equivalent into the index of the ORB cover and pry it up. See Fig 4.
NOTE: Apply tape to tip of screw driver to prevent damage to vehicle.

Fig 4: Removal of ORB Cover
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Use the same tool to push down the ORB while at the same time releasing the shift handle from the "P" position. See Fig 5.

Fig 5: Release of Shifter From Park