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Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check Ignition Transaxle
Lock Check
(Automatic Transaxle)
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever
position.
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When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be
injured, Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be
sure
you
have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a
level surface.
With
an
automatic transaxle, the key should turn to
LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
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With a manual transaxle, the key should turn
to LOCK only when the shift lever is in
REVERSE (R).
On
vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key
to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should
turn
to
LOCK only when you press
the
key button.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see ''Parking Brake',
Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It
in the Index if necessary).
should only lock when turned to the right.
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don't start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
PARK
(P) with
normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle's BTSI
needs service.
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