Outlander 2WD V6-3.0L (6B31) (2007)
Shifter CVT: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - Shift Lever Stuck In 'PARK'
No: TSB-09-23-007
DATE: December, 2009
MODEL: 2007-09 Outlander
SUBJECT:
SHIFT LEVER STUCK IN PARK
Purpose
On some affected vehicles, the shift lever may get stuck in the "P" (PARK) position. The condition may occur with the ignition switch in the "ON"
position, brake pedal depressed and stop lamps illuminated.
During normal vehicle operation, grease may have contaminated the park position detection switch located in the shift lever. When the driver attempts to
shift from P, the shift lever cannot be moved if the switch is contaminated.
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instruction to replace the shift lever assembly on a customer complaint basis. Refer to the Parts Information
section of this bulletin for part number information.
SPECIAL SHIFT SELECTOR RELEASE PROCEDURE
Customers should be advised to use the following procedure when the shift lever is stuck in park. This eliminates the need for towing.
AFFECTED VEHICLE(S)
2007-2009 Outlander built prior to October 3, 2008
REPAIR PROCEDURE
For additional details on removal and installation, refer to the service manual applicable for your vehicle.
1. Record the customer's radio presets.
2. Move both front seats to their rearmost position.
3. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
4. Remove the rear section of the floor console as follows: Refer to service manual Group 52A - Interior.