Ignition Lock Systems

The automatic transmission uses a park lock system. This system uses a flexible automatic transmission park lock cable which is attached at one end to the automatic transmission control lever and at the other end to the ignition switch mounted to the column where it actuates a locking pin. This locking pin engages an ignition switch sliding contact when the lever is in "REVERSE" and does not allow the ignition switch to move to the "LOCK" position. With the lever in "PARK" and the ignition switch slider in "LOCK," the locking pin engages a cam on the cable and prevents the lever from being moved into another position. A steering column key release lever is used on vehicles with a manual transmission. A manual transmission clutch start switch is used so the manual transmission clutch pedal must be depressed before the engine will crank.