Sidekick 2WD L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC 0 TBI 8V (1992)
Shift Interlock Solenoid: Description and Operation
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID CONTROL
When the selector lever is in "P" range, the ignition key position is "ON" and depressing the brake pedal cause the electric current to flow to the
solenoid. As the lock plate is drawn toward the solenoid in this state, it frees the detent pin, which then allows the selector lever to be shifted from
"P" range to any other position.
Even when the selector lever is in "P" range, if the ignition key position is "LOCK" or "ACC" or the brake pedal is not depressed, the electric
current does not flow to the solenoid.
In this state, the lock plate is pushed away from the solenoid by spring force and it obstructs the detent pin movement. Thus the selector lever
button does not work even when pressed and the selector lever shift is prevented.
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID MANUAL RELEASE
As an auxiliary device, a shift lock release is provided.
Without using brake pedal, shift lock can be moved by the manual release plate. (To shift the selector lever from "P" range to any other position,
turn the ignition switch to "ACC" or "ON" position.)
