A/T - DTC 00230, Key Stuck, Vehicle Won't Lock
37 Gear lever problems, ignition key cannot be removed or vehicle will not lock. Fault code 00230 may store in 05 module.
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February 22, 2012.
Affected Vehicles
Condition
Customer may report the ignition key cannot be removed despite selecting mode "P".
The vehicle is mechanically in park but park is not recognized electrically.
Customer is unable to move shifter from the park position.
On vehicles with advanced key, the vehicle cannot be locked by remote control after switching off the engine.
Technical Background
The selector lever adjustment "P" is sporadically not recognized; therefore, the ignition key is not cleared or the locking of the vehicle is prevented.
The following entry is often logged in the memory:
05 - Vehicle authorization system.
00230 - Switch for gearbox position 00230, disruption/short circuit to positive/earth Sporadic.
Production Solution
Optimized selector lever (November 2009).
Service
Try to reproduce the customer complaint so that it can be clearly assigned to this TSB. The following repair must only be carried out if all criteria
match exactly; otherwise, this solution will not work and repeat repairs may be necessary. In such cases, we may reject the warranty claim and debit
the parts.
1. Check whether further entries are logged in control units such as ABS, vehicle authorization system, engine, gearbox, etc. If this is the case,
complete the guided fault finding. This TSB is only for the fault listed above. Use a separate claim for any other faults stored
2. If there is no result, check the following points:
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Adjust the shift cable according to the repair manual.
Check the selector lever and the release button for ease of movement.
Note:
Lubricants and oils can contaminate the micro switches (F305) and lead to long-term damage. Do not apply lubricants such as silicon oil to the
gearshift housing, even if the gearshift housing appears to be stiff.
Measure the resistance of the switch F305 (required value in position P about 470 Ohm).
Replace F305 if out of spec being careful not to break the tabs on the housing.
3. Adjust/repair any damage found.
If no damage is found, replace the complete gearshift housing.
Warranty
Required Parts and Tools
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service
manuals for the latest information.
