Automatic Transmission

System description (cont'd)

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Shift Lock/Reverse Lock Mechanism

The shift lock system reduces the risk of unintentional engine starting. Starting the engine possible only in and positions. The shift lock mechanism consists of the shift lock solenoid, shift lock stop, shift lock release and related parts. The reverse lock mechanism shares with the shift lock mechanism. The shift lock solenoid is electronically controlled by these shift lock/reverse lock control system signals. If the shift lock solenoid does not operate, the shift lock/reverse lock mechanism can be released by pressing the shift lock release.

In position while pressing the brake pedal and releasing the accelerator, the shift lock solenoid is turned ON and the shift lock solenoid plunger is retracted to release the shift lock stop. This allows the shift lever to be moved.
  1. SHIFT LOCK STOP
  2. SHIFT LOCK STOP
  3. SHIFT LEVER
  4. POSITION
  5. SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID PLUNGER

When the brake pedal is released, the shift lock solenoid remains OFF and the shift lock stop locks the shift lever in position.
  1. SHIFT LOCK STOP
  2. SHIFT LEVER
  3. POSITION
  4. SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID