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Checking Interlock Function

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Remove ignition key or put in "0" position. Selector lever must not move from "P" position.

Turn ignition key to "ignition" position, press foot brake. (It must be possible to select all selector lever positions.)

Select all selector lever positions except "P". In none of these positions should it be possible to turn the ignition key back to the "0" position and remove it.

Move selector lever to "P" position. It must possible to turn the ignition key back to "0" position and remove it.