Key Interlock System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki Verona. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The ignition key can be removed when the vehicle stop and selector lever is in P position.
In R, N and D position the ignition key can not be rotated to Ignition OFF.
After Ignition ON, in R, N and D position the key interlock solenoid is operated with the key cylinder, so the key locked in the cylinder.
Then, the key interlock solenoid is not operated in P position on selector lever.