Vitara JS (2Dr) 2WD L4-1.6L DOHC MFI (1999)
Shift Interlock Solenoid: Service and Repair
Shift Lock Solenoid Manual Release
SHIFT LOCK (SOLENOID) MANUAL RELEASE
Shift lock can be manually released by following procedure.
1) Remove access hole cover by unfastening screw.
2) Turn ignition key to "ACC" position and move shift lock solenoid rod (or manual release plate) toward rear side of vehicle by using screw driver
or the like.
3) In this state, select lever can be moved to any range or position.
SYSTEM INSPECTION
1) Check to make sure that select lever cannot be moved to any other range from "P" range position when ignition switch key is at "ACC" position, at
"LOCK" position (or it is removed from keyhole of ignition switch) or brake pedal is not depressed.
2) Shift select lever to "P" range position, release knob button and check for the following.
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Ignition key can be turned between "LOCK" and "ACC" positions back and forth and also it can be removed from ignition switch.