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Shift Interlock Systems: Removal & Installation BMW 3 series E36

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Removal & Installation

  1. Loosen shifter handle set screw. Remove handle. Using appropriate trim tool, remove shift selector cover. Disconnect harness connector. Remove display light. Insert trim tool under analog clock or digital clock housing. Slide trim tool from right to left, while sliding out clock housing. Disconnect harness connector.
  2. Remove clock or on-board display housing from center console. Disconnect applicable harness connectors. Disconnect transmission range switch connector. (Scheme 3) Disconnect shift cable from lever. Remove shift cable housing bolt. Remove shift cable. Remove set screw securing key interlock cable housing clamp. Disconnect key interlock cable.
  3. Remove lower steering column trim section. Steering wheel removal may be required. Unscrew key interlock cable and remove. (Scheme 4) Remove cable from vehicle. Note routing of cable for replacement reference.
  4. To install key interlock cable, reverse removal procedure. Adjust cable. See «KEY INTERLOCK CABLE»(ref-14689-S40570114872000122700000) under ADJUSTMENTS.

Scheme 3

Scheme 3

Scheme 4

Scheme 4
Scheme 5: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1992-97 BMW 3-Series Except 1995-97 318ti)
Scheme 6: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1995-97 BMW 318ti)