Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Description and Operation
The automatic transmission park lock control system is a safety device that prevents an inadvertent shift out of PARK. The driver must press the brake pedal before moving the park lever out of the PARK position. The system consists of the following components:
- The automatic transmission park lock solenoid (serviced as the automatic transmission shift lock actuator), is located within the floor shift control assembly.
- The body control module, which controls the voltage supply circuit of the park lock control solenoid.
- The engine control module.
The body control module controls the voltage to the park lock control solenoid through the park lock control solenoid controlled voltage circuit. The following conditions must be met before the body control module will supply voltage to the park lock solenoid:
- The ignition is in the ON position.
- The engine control module sends an input via GMLAN serial data to the body control module indicating the transmission is in the PARK position.
- The body control module determines the brake pedal is applied according the brake pedal position.
Since the park lock control solenoid is permanently grounded, the body control module supplies voltage to the automatic transmission park lock control solenoid, unlocking the park lever allowing the driver to move the park lever out of the PARK position as the solenoid energizes. When the brake pedal is not applied, the body control module turns the control voltage output of the park lock control solenoid OFF, de-energizing the park lock control solenoid. The de-energized solenoid mechanically locks the park lever in the PARK position.
Transmission Control Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the floor console. Refer to
Front Floor Console Replacement.
Lift both cable adjustment retainers (1), one for
each cable, to release the s ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Before starting this check, be sure there is enough roo ...
Other materials:
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
EL–50334–20
Multi-Media Interface Tester (MIT)
EL–50334–50
USB Cable and Adapter Kit
EL-48028
Digital Radio Test ...
Hood Rear Weatherstrip Replacement
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Hood Rear Weatherstrip Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Hood Rear Weatherstrip
Procedure
The hood rear weatherstrip is held in place with 10?€‰plastic retainers
that are part of the air inlet grille. ...
Steering Angle Sensor Centering
The steering angle sensor does not require centering often. Centering of the
steering angle sensor might be required after certain service procedures are performed.
Some of these procedures are as follows:
Wheel alignment
Steering gear replacement
Steering column replacement
Collision ...
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