Key Interlock Cable Removal and Installation: Removal

Disconnect negative (-) cable from battery.
If equipped with air bag system, disable air bag system. Refer to "DISABLING AIR BAG SYSTEM ".
Remove steering column hole cover.
Tilt steering column if steering column is adjustable. If no adjustable, loosen steering column bolts.
Remove steering column cover.
Turn ignition switch to ACC position.
Pull out key interlock cable (1) from key cylinder cover (2) while pressing checkhook with slotted screwdriver (3) or the like.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Key Interlock Cable From Key Cylinder Cover
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Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
Remove parking brake cover and console box.
Detach cable end (1) from interlock cam (2) while pressing claws (3) of interlock cam boss.
At this time, be careful not to cause damage to its claws.

Detach cable casing cap (4) from selector bracket (5) while pressing checkhook.
Remove interlock cable.

Fig 2: Detaching Cable Casing Cap From Selector Bracket

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