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BACKDRIVE Cable (Park Lock Cable)

NOTE: Backdrive system will not allow gearshift to move from Park unless ignition is on. It also prevents ignition key removal unless gearshift is in Park.
  1. Remove center console cover. Place gearshift in Park. Loosen inner and outer lock nuts. Pull backdrive cable sheath forward until all slack is removed from inner wire. See Fig 1 .
    Fig 1: Adjusting Backdrive Cable
    G90I00743Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  2. While holding backdrive cable sheath forward, hand tighten outer lock nut. Tighten inner lock nut and tighten outer lock nut.
  3. Ensure ignition key operates from ACC to LOCK position and ignition key can be removed when gearshift is in Park.
  4. Move transaxle gearshift lever to any other position. Ensure ignition key cannot be turned from ACC to LOCK position. If ignition key will turn, readjust backdrive cable.