Clicking in gear selector

[GoBlueHummer]

Yesterday when I parked I could feel a clicking in the gear selector. I put it in park and stepped on the brake a few more times and could feel the clicking each time. When I left, I didn't feel any click. I assume it is the safety switch that prevents the gear selector from being moved without the brake pedal depressed. I am wondering if this is a warning sign that the switch is failing and should I change it before it causes me to be stranded. Has anyone else changed it and how easy was it to get to?

Thanks

 

[ReconH3]

Mine has always done it and my truck has less than 10,000 miles. If it's a sign that it's about to fail, it would be good to know how to fix it or even bypass it as a trail fix.


"Ex Umbris Venimus"

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[f5moab]

Clicking is normal. At the base of the shifter is an electronic solenoid that pushes a lever. Therefore, clicking and even a feel of the click is normal. I have felt it on my H3 since day one....

 

[alrock]

Ahh, that clicking, wasn't sure what you meant at first. Yes, feeling that clicking means things are working, not failing.

 

[cbetts]

Isn't there a manual override for that lockout near the shifter in case of battery lose? Most cars have them in case it needs to be dragged onto a flatbed when electrical is totally gone. The parking mechanism in the tranny is far from being the strongest part of the vehicle!

 

[JGBB04]

Isn't there a manual override for that lockout near the shifter in case of battery lose? Most cars have them in case it needs to be dragged onto a flatbed when electrical is totally gone. The parking mechanism in the tranny is far from being the strongest part of the vehicle!

there should but i can't seem to find good description of where it's at.

 

[f5moab]

First, I might be incorrect in the way the BTSI (Brake Transmission Switch Interlock) works. Instead of the solenoid being energized to push the plunger out and press on a lever, it might be energized to draw in the plunger allowing a spring loaded lever to move. Irregardless....

To access, open the center console door. Then take hold of the rear of the console cover (that goes over the shifter) and pull up to release. You should then be able to access the bottom of the shifter and you will see the solenoid. Either pull or push on the lever that the solenoid plunger is against and this allows the trans to be shifted out of park into a gear.

If I get a chance, I'll copy an illustration from the service manual.

It is not hard, I had to do this for a few days on my 06, since I accidently cut the BTSI wire when doing an install.:emb:

 

[cbetts]

Irregardless....

Did you really use that imaginary word? *shudder*

Thanks for the info on the manual release.

 

[f5moab]

First off, I am NOT an English major. Second, it is an accepted word in some circles (Irregardless is an informal term commonly used in place of regardless or irrespective, which has caused controversy since it first appeared in the early twentieth century. Most dictionaries list it as "nonstandard" or a word which has become socially acceptable. "Nonstandard" means the word is a colloquialism, not "incorrect" or not a word.) Since I love controversy, I like to use it from time to time.

As for the illustration. It will take a day or two to get it, since my DVD drive on my HP failed. HP is sending me a new one overnight, so I should have it tomorrow and it only takes a few minutes to replace. At which time I will get the illustration of the solenoid as it is installed at the base of the shifter. IRREGARDLESS, it will be posted. And it is probably good information if a solenoid ever failed.

 

[cbetts]

First off, I am NOT an English major. Second, it is an accepted word in some circles (Irregardless is an informal term commonly used in place of regardless or irrespective, which has caused controversy since it first appeared in the early twentieth century. Most dictionaries list it as "nonstandard" or a word which has become socially acceptable. "Nonstandard" means the word is a colloquialism, not "incorrect" or not a word.) Since I love controversy, I like to use it from time to time.

:giggle:

I for one love to "stir the pot". It can be more fun to poke the hornets nest and see who gets all riled up!

Now, time to discuss how to BTM in an H3 . . .

 

[f5moab]

You may have to remove the shifter handle (I do believe you can access without, but won't swear to it)

Lift up on the rear of the cover at the console

Solenoid, number 1, is pressing against the lever. Pull back on the plunger and the lever will move allowing you to place the trans in gear.

And so it goes for my final post!!!