72 gearshift interlock thm400

[Edward J.]

JM say that the gear shift cannot be moved out of park w/ key the out of ing. switch, I can however move the shifter about 3/4" with the key out, is this a normal operation? It does not go any further,there does not appear to be any adjustments that can be seen from below at the transmisson. or the interlock cable. what do you think?

[Harmon C.]

Re: 72 gearshift interlock thm400

JM say that the gear shift cannot be moved out of park w/ key the out of ing. switch, I can however move the shifter about 3/4" with the key out, is this a normal operation? It does not go any further,there does not appear to be any adjustments that can be seen from below at the transmisson. or the interlock cable. what do you think?

If you need to make an adjustment it is made by loosening the two bolts on the plate at the bottom of the steering column that the cable attacthes to. Rotate the bracket and retighten the the bolts it may help.

[Edward J.]

Re: 72 gearshift interlock thm400

Lyle, thanks for the advice, I was looking at that plate and wondered, glad I asked the question, was nice to meet you at the regional meet in marlbough. I meet you at lunch time on saturday.thanks Ed , I let you know how I make out.

[Edward J.]

Re: 72 gearshift interlock thm400

Lyle or board member, what locks the lever on shift tube in the column for interlock when the key is turned off? The lever has free play which I beleive is the root of my shifter movement when key is in locked position.( tilt and tele column)

[Harmon C.]

Re: 72 gearshift interlock thm400

Ed
I think the movement of 3/4 inch is about normal. Maybe other owners with automatics that have the interlock could let us know.