DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
| WARNING | Vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system. When servicing vehicle, use care to avoid accidental air bag deployment. SIR system-related components are located in various locations throughout interior and exterior of vehicle, depending on application. Do not use electrical test equipment on or near these circuits. If necessary, deactivate SIR system before servicing components. See AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION. |
Note. Diagnosis and repair information is not available for Toyota Prius. Only wiring diagrams are provided. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
KEY INTERLOCK SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK
Turn ignition on. Depress the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to any other position than Park. Ensure that the ignition key cannot be turned to Lock. Move the gearshift lever to Park, turn ignition key to Lock position and ensure the ignition key can be removed.
Using a small screwdriver, remove the shift interlock release cover. When moving the gearshift lever with the shift interlock button pressed, ensure the gearshift lever can be moved to any other position, other than Park.