Chrysler 300M 2002 Service Manual page 1383

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SHIFT INTERLOCK CABLE (Continued)
Fig. 355 Ignition Key/Switch Positions
1 - ACC
2 - LOCK
3 - OFF
4 - ON/RUN
5 - START
(7) Slide the interlock cable core wire into the
groove on the lever (Fig. 352). Ensure the cable end
seats in the groove.
(8) Slip the cable into the shifter housing until it
snaps into place.
(9) Ensure the shift lever remains in PARK. Move
the ignition key to the "LOCK" position and remove
the key. Tilt the steering column to the full UP posi-
tion.
(10) If the interlock cable is being replaced,
remove the lock pin. Allow the cable to adjust itself
to the correct position. Tighten the locking clip (Fig.
352) by pushing it down.
(11) If the interlock cable is being re-used, the lock
pin will not exist. Free adjustment by pulling out-
ward on locking clip. The cable will index itself to the
correct position. Tighten the locking clip by pushing
it down.
(12) Insert the ignition key and verify the ignition
interlock adjustment/operation. Refer to Description
and Operation to determine intended operation. If
adjustment is necessary, refer to Adjustments.
(13) Install the bezel on the shifter console.
(14) Install gearshift knob (Fig. 348).
(15) Install upper and lower covers from the steer-
ing column.
(16) Install tilt lever (Fig. 350).
(17) Install the lower silencer panel (Fig. 349).
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENT - INTERLOCK CABLE
(1) Remove the shifter handle.
(2) Remove the console bezel.
(3) Move the gear shifter to PARK and the ignition
key to the LOCK position (Fig. 356).
(4) If the interlock cable is being replaced, remove
the pin to allow cable to "self adjust." Press locking
clip (Fig. 357)by hand to secure adjustment.
(5) If the interlock cable is not being replaced, the
pin will not exist. Loosen the locking clip (Fig. 357)
on the interlock cable to allow cable to "self adjust."
Press locking clip (Fig. 357) by hand to secure adjust-
ment.
Fig. 356 Ignition Key/Switch Positions
1 - ACC
2 - LOCK
3 - OFF
4 - ON/RUN
5 - START
Fig. 357 Interlock Cable Removal/Installation
1 - LOCKING CLIP
2 - INTERLOCK CABLE
3 - BRACKET
4 - SHIFTER ASSEMBLY
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