Swift L4-1298cc 1.3L SOHC MFI (1997)
Technical Service Bulletin # TS3-18
Date: 981007
Recall - A/T Select Lever Assembly
TSB No. TS 3-18 10078
Section Title: Drivetrain
Division: Automotive
Category: Technical
SUBJECT:
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN: S7, A/T SELECT LEVER
MODEL:
SWIFT
YEAR:
1997
CONDITION:
The automatic transmission shift lever appears to be in Park position, but can easily be moved from the Park position without the use of the key, the
transmission lever detent button, or depressing the service brake pedal. If the shift lever should come out of Park while the vehicle is parked on a
non-level surface, the vehicle could begin to roll and a crash could occur without prior warning.
CAUSE:
The shift lever park lock mechanism can become bent or distorted.
CORRECTION:
Replace the complete shift lever assembly with a new modified assembly as described in this bulletin.
Note:
For claim information see Service Campaign Bulletin # SC-12
AFFECTED VEHICLES
All 1997 Swifts with automatic transmissions built in CAMI up to and including the following Vehicle Identification Numbers:
2S2AB21H_V6600001 to 2S2AB21H_V6603485
Removal and Installation Procedure
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the six center console screws.
2.
Remove the center console.
3.
Unsnap the shifter indicator plate. While moving up towards the selector knob, disconnect the indicator light.
4.
Disconnect the shift selector electrical connector.
5.
Disconnect the shift select cable and the park lock cable from the shift selector.
