Trooper LS V6-3.5L (1998)
Shift Interlock Cable: Adjustments
ADJUSTMENT OF SHIFT LOCK CABLE
1. Set ignition key in "LOCK" position and selector lever in "P" position.
2. Adjust cable screw cap on selector lever side to provide a gap (slack for cable) of 1 - 2 mm between rod on steering lock side and stopper.
Adjust cap as follows:
a. Pull screw cap (1) in arrow direction to remove inner cable slack.
b. With cable kept as (a), adjust gap between nut (2) and bracket to 5 mm (0.2 inch).
c. Lock inner cable by turning nut (3) while holding nut (2) in place.
Torque: 4 Nm (35 inch lbs.)
NOTE: Clean the cable threads, and do not apply oil to them.
3. Check the shift lock operation:
a. Selector lever should not move out of "P" position with ignition key in "Lock" position.
b. Selector lever can be moved out of "P" position with ignition key in "ON" position only when brake pedal is depressed.
c. Ignition key can be turned to "LOCK" position only when selector lever is in "P" position (key can be pulled out).
If (a) and (c) fail, readjust cable. If (b) fails, readjust connector wiring and brake pedal switch.
