Shift Interlock, Checking Function (Automatic Transmission) - BMW 5251 Service Manual

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Shift interlock, checking function
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The shift interlock uses a cable between the ignition switch
and the shift lever to lock the shift lever in the park position
when the key is in the off position or removed. This feature
also prevents the key from being removed from the ignition
lock until the selector lever is in Park.
Shift selector lever to Park position and turn ignition key to
the off position.
Remove ignition key. Checlc that selector lever cannot be
shifted out of Park position.
Turn ignition lkey on and depress brake pedal. Checlc that
selector lever moves freely from gear to gear.
With selector lever in a gear position other than Park, at-
tempt to turn lkey to off position and remove. Key should not
go into off position.
If any faults are found check cable for lkinks and check
cable attachment points for damage or faults.
NOTE-
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It must only be possible to remove ignition ley with
selector lever in Park position.
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Do not l i n k shift interlocl( cable.
Shift interlock repair is covered in 320 Steering and
Wheel Alignment.