Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
Ignition Lock: Testing and Inspection
KEY INTERLOCK MECHANISM CHECK
1. Carry out the check in the provided table.
2. If the above operations do not occur correctly, adjust the shift lock cable unit by the following procedure.
1. Remove the front floor console, and then temporarily install the selector lever knob.
2. Move the selector lever to the P position and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (OFF) position.
3. Loosen the shift lock cable unit fixing bolt, and then while pushing the lever in the direction of B and the unit in direction of C, tighten the bolt
to the specified torque of 5.0 ± 1.0 Nm (44 ± 9 inch lbs.).
4. Lift the lock guide to unlock the key interlock cable.
5. While pushing the cap of the key interlock cable in the direction of B, lower the lock guide to lock the cable.
NOTE: The lock position at this time (the amount by which the cap is pushed) represents the amount of adjustment for the key interlock
cable. If the key interlock cable does not operate correctly, adjust the lock position.
3. After adjusting, check the operation once more. If the operation is still incorrect, replace the shift lock cable unit.
