1997 Ford Pickup F150

1997-98 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Ford Motor Co. Shift Interlock Systems

1997-98 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS

Ford Motor Co. Shift Interlock Systems

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

LIGHT TRUCKS & VANS

Aerostar & Ranger (1997)

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. An actuator
on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable prevents ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position
unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever may not be moved from "P" position unless the ignition switch is
in the RUN position and the brake pedal is depressed.

An electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

"E" & "F" Series, & Windstar

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. An actuator
on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable prevents ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position
unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever may not be moved from "P" position unless the ignition switch is
in the RUN position and the brake pedal is depressed.

An electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Villager

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. Shift lever
may not be moved from "N" or "P" positions to other gears unless the shift lever button is depressed, the
ignition switch is in START or RUN position and the brake pedal is depressed.

A cable system between ignition switch and shift lever prevents ignition key from being removed from switch
unless shift lever is in "P" position.

An electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever in the steering column, locks shift lever
in "P" position until ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

PASSENGER CARS

Aspire & Probe

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. Shift lever
may not be moved from "N" or "P" positions to other gears unless the shift lever button is depressed, the
ignition switch is in START or RUN position and the brake pedal is depressed.
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A cable system between ignition switch and shift lever prevents ignition key from being removed from switch
unless shift lever is in "P" position.

A electronic shift interlock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Continental & Town Car

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. An actuator
on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable prevents ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position
unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever may not be moved from "P" position if the ignition key is in the
RUN position unless the brake pedal is depressed.

A electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Contour & Mystique

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. An actuator
on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable prevents ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position
unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever may not be moved from "P" position if the ignition key is in the
RUN position unless the brake pedal is depressed.

A electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Taurus & Sable

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. On models
with column shift, a shift interlock actuator is mounted on the steering column. On models with floor-mount
shifting, a shift interlock actuator is mounted on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable. This actuator
prevents the ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever
may not be moved from "P" position if the ignition key is in the RUN position unless the brake pedal is
depressed.

A electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Escort, Escort ZX2 & Tracer

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. Shift lever
may not be moved from "N" or "P" positions to other gears unless the shift lever button is depressed, the
ignition switch is in START or RUN position and the brake pedal is depressed.

A cable system between ignition switch and shift lever prevents ignition key from being removed from switch
unless shift lever is in "P" position.

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A electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Mark VIII

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. An actuator
on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable prevents ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position
unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever may not be moved from "P" position if the ignition key is in the
RUN position unless the brake pedal is depressed.

A electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

Mustang

System is a 2-function electro/mechanical system which prevents free movement of the shift lever. An actuator
on the ignition switch end of the interlock cable prevents ignition switch from being turned to LOCK position
unless shift lever is in "P" position. Shift lever may not be moved from "P" position if the ignition key is in the
RUN position unless the brake pedal is depressed.

A electronic shift lock actuator, mounted at the base of the shift lever, locks shift lever in "P" position until
ignition switch is in RUN position and brake pedal is depressed.

TROUBLE SHOOTING
SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK

Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Ensure shift lever is in "P" position. Ensure shift lever may only be
moved to "R" position when brake pedal is depressed. Ensure ignition switch can not be turned to LOCK
position with shift lever in "R" position. Move shift lever to "P" position and ensure ignition switch may be
turned to LOCK position and key removed.

EMERGENCY OVERRIDE FEATURE (IF EQUIPPED)

Ensure shift lever is locked in Park. Use a screwdriver to lift small access cover at upper right corner of shift
bezel. Insert a screwdriver vertically into access hole and push downward to release lock lever. Ensure shift
lever is released from Park.

DIAGNOSIS & TESTING

AEROSTAR & RANGER (1997)

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection
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Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment.
Switches and brackets for damaged. Electrical Components
Fuses
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Switch Connections
Wiring Harness

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Fuses - Check appropriate fuses located in the interior fuse junction block. See WIRING
DIAGRAMS . If fuses are okay, go to step 4 . If fuses are not okay, go to next step.
2. Check Electrical System - With ignition off, replace blown fuse(s). Turn ignition on. If fuse does not
blow again, go to next step. If fuse blows again, go to step 8 .
3. Check Supply Voltage To BOO Switch - Turn ignition off. Locate and disconnect BOO switch
connector. Using DVOM, measure and record voltage between Light Green/Red wire at BOO switch
connector and ground. If voltage is more than 10 volts, reinstall fuses and go to next step. If voltage is
less than 10 volts, repair open in Light Green/Red wire. Reconnect BOO switch connector and retest
system.
4. Check BOO Switch Operation - Connect DVOM positive lead to Light Green wire of BOO switch
connector by backing connector. Connect negative lead to ground. Depress brake pedal. If voltage is more
than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, replace BOO switch and retest system.
5. Check Supply Voltage To Shift Lock Actuator - Disconnect shift lock actuator connector. See SHIFT
INTERLOCK ACTUATOR under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Using DVOM, measure voltage
between Gray/Yellow (Aerostar) or Purple/Orange (Ranger) wire at shift lock actuator connector terminal
and ground. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open
Gray/Yellow or Purple/Orange wire.
6. Check BOO Switch Signal To Shift Lock Actuator - Turn ignition off. Using DVOM, measure voltage
between Red/Light Green (Aerostar) or Light Green (Ranger) wire at shift lock actuator connector and
ground. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair appropriate
open wire between BOO switch and shift lock actuator. Retest system.
7. Check Shift Lock Actuator Ground - Ensure gearshift lever is in "P" position. Disconnect shift lock
actuator connector. Using DVOM, measure resistance between shift lock actuator connector Black wire
and ground. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace shift lock actuator. If resistance is more than 5
ohms, repair open in Black wire between shift lock actuator and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
8. Check Supply Voltage For Short To Ground - Disconnect shift lock actuator connector. See Fig. 7 .
Remove appropriate blown fuse. Using DVOM, measure continuity between fuse holder terminals and
ground. If continuity exists, repair short circuit to ground. Replace fuse and retest system. If continuity
does not exist, ensure all circuits connected with fuse are okay. See appropriate EXTERIOR LIGHTS
article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. If other circuits are okay, replace shift lock actuator and
retest system.

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ASPIRE & PROBE

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment.
Switches and brackets for damaged. Electrical Components
Fuses (METER and STOP)
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Switch Connections
Wiring Harness

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Fuses - Check 15A METER and 15A STOP fuses located in the interior fuse junction block. If
fuses are okay, go to step 4 . If fuses are not okay, go to next step.
2. Check Electrical System - With ignition off, replace blown fuse(s). Turn ignition on. If the fuse blows
again, go to next step. If the fuse does not blow again, go to step 4 .
3. Check For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Remove METER and STOP fuses. Locate and
disconnect shift interlock actuator connectors. See Fig. 5 . Using DVOM, measure and record resistance
between STOP fuse holder terminals and ground. Measure and record resistance between METER fuse
holder terminals and ground. If each resistance is more than 10 k/ohms, reinstall fuses and go to next step.
If any resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair short in appropriate wire. Reconnect all connectors. Install
gearshift lever, console and knob.
4. Check Supply Voltage To Shift Interlock Actuator - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage
between shift interlock actuator 3-pin wiring harness connector Yellow (Aspire) or Yellow/Red (Probe)
and Black/Yellow wires and ground. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less
than 10 volts, repair open in appropriate wire.
5. Check BOO Switch Signal To Shift Interlock Actuator - Turn ignition off. Connect DVOM leads
between shift interlock actuator 3-pin wiring harness connector Green (Aspire) or White/Green (Probe)
wire and ground. While monitoring DVOM, press brake pedal. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to step
7 . If voltage is less than 10 volts, go to next step.
6. Check Stoplight Operation - If stoplights operate when brake pedal is depressed, repair open Green wire
between BOO switch and shift lock actuator. If stoplights do not operate when brake pedal is depressed,
diagnose problem in stoplight circuit. See appropriate EXTERIOR LIGHTS article in ACCESSORIES &
EQUIPMENT.
7. Check Shift Interlock Actuator Ground - Ensure gearshift lever is in "P" position. Using DVOM,
measure resistance between shift interlock actuator 1-pin connector Black wire and ground. If resistance
is less than 5 ohms, replace shift interlock actuator. On Aspire models, if resistance is more than 5 ohms,
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repair open in Black wire between shift interlock actuator and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS. On
Probe models, if resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next step.

NOTE: Step 8 only applies to Probe models.

8. Check Park Range Switch - Remove transmission control selector dial bezel. Press the brake pedal and
place transmission selector lever in "1" position. Disconnect park range switch connector. Using DVOM,
measure and record resistance between park range switch connector terminals. Depress park range switch
and measure resistance between park range switch connector terminals. Resistance should be 5 ohms or
less with switch depressed and more than 10 k/ohms with switch released. If either resistance is not as
specified, replace park range switch. If both resistance's are as specified, repair Black wire between park
range switch and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

CONTINENTAL & TOWN CAR

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment.
Switches and brackets for damaged. Electrical Components
Fuses
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch Connections
Wiring harness

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Brakelight Operation - Depress brake pedal. If brakelights illuminate, go to step 7 . If

brakelights do not illuminate, go to next step.
2. Check Fuse - Check appropriate fuse (hot at all times circuit) in fuse panel. See WIRING DIAGRAMS.
If fuse is okay, go to step 4 . If fuse in blown, go to next step.
3. Check Wire To BOO/BPP For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Disconnect BOO/BPP switch
connector. Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire between fuse (hot at all times circuit) terminal and
BOO/BPP switch harness connector terminal. If resistance is more 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair wire between fuse panel and BOO/BPP switch for short to
ground. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
4. Check Wire To BOO/BPP Switch For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire between fuse
(hot at all times circuit) terminal and corresponding BOO/BPP switch harness connector terminal. If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in wire
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between fuse panel and BOO/BPP switch. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
5. Check BOO/BPP Switch - Using DVOM, measure resistance between 2 outer BOO/BPP connector
terminals. Apply brakes and recheck resistance. Resistance should be more than 10 k/ohms without brake
pedal applied and less than 5 ohms with brake pedal applied. If switch operates as specified, go to next
step. If switch does not operate as specified, replace BOO/BPP switch and retest system.
6. Check Wire To Shift Interlock Actuator For Short To Ground - Disconnect shift interlock actuator
connector. Using DVOM, measure resistance of BOO/BPP switch-to-shift interlock actuator harness
connector wire and ground. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than
10 k/ohms, repair short in wire between BOO/BPP switch connector and shift interlock actuator
connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
7. Check Wire To Shift Interlock Actuator For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire
between BOO/BPP switch connector and shift interlock actuator connector. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in wire between BOO/BPP switch
connector and shift interlock actuator connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
8. Check Voltage To Shift Interlock Actuator - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage between
wire from appropriate fuse (hot in RUN circuit) and ground. If battery voltage is present, go to step 12 . If
battery voltage is not present, go to next step.
9. Check Fuse - Turn ignition off. Remove and check appropriate fuse (hot in RUN circuit). See WIRING
DIAGRAMS . If fuse is okay, go to step 11 . If fuse is blown, go to next step.
10. Check Wire To Shift Interlock Actuator For Short To Ground - Using DVOM, measure resistance
between shift interlock actuator connector terminal (hot in RUN circuit) and ground. If resistance is more
than 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair open in wire between fuse
panel (hot in RUN circuit) and shift interlock actuator connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest
system.
11. Check Wire To Shift Interlock For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire between fuse
terminal (hot in RUN circuit) and shift interlock actuator connector terminal. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open wire between fuse panel (hot in RUN
circuit) and shift interlock actuator connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
12. Check Shift Interlock Actuator Ground For Open - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure
resistance between shift interlock actuator connector Black wire and ground. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, replace shift interlock actuator. Reconnect all connectors and retest system. If resistance is more
than 5 ohms, repair open Black wire between shift interlock actuator connector and ground.

CONTOUR & MYSTIQUE

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch for damage or misadjustment. Electrical Components

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Open Or Shorted Circuits

Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch Connections
Fuse(s)
Faulty Interface Module
Faulty Key Removal Inhibit Solenoid
Faulty Bulbs

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Fuse No. 23 (15A) - Check fuse No. 23 located in the interior fuse panel. If fuse if okay, go to
next step. If fuse is not okay, replace fuse and recheck operation. If fuse blows again, check Purple/White
wire for short to ground. Repair as necessary.
2. Check Fuse No. 34 (7.5A) - Check fuse No. 34 located in the interior fuse panel. If fuse is okay, go to
next step. If fuse is not okay, replace fuse and recheck operation. If fuse blows again, check
Orange/Yellow wire for short to ground. Repair as necessary.
3. Check Fuse No. 30 (7.5A) - Check fuse No. 30 located in the interior fuse panel. If fuse is okay, go to
next step. If fuse is not okay, replace fuse and recheck operation. If fuse blows again, check Orange/Black
or Purple/Yellow wire between fuse panel and gearshift lever unit for short to ground. Repair as
necessary.
4. Check Voltage To Gearshift Lever Unit - Remove gearshift lever unit and disconnect electrical
connector. Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage between gearshift lever unit wiring harness
connector Purple/White (terminal No. 1), Orange/Yellow (terminal No. 3) wires and ground. If voltage is
more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open wire between fuse panel
and gearshift lever unit.
5. Check Circuit 31S For Open - Turn ignition off. Disconnect 16-pin instrument interface module
connector located below left outer heater duct. Using DVOM, measure resistance of Black/White wire
between gearshift lever unit wiring harness connector and instrument interface module connector. If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open Black/White
wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
6. Check Circuit 29S For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of Orange/Yellow wire between
gearshift lever unit wiring harness connector (terminal No. 4) and instrument interface module connector.
If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open
Orange/Yellow wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
7. Check Circuit 31S For Short - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage between gearshift lever
unit wiring harness connector Black/White wire and ground. If voltage is less than one volt, go to next
step. If voltage is more than one volt, repair short Black/White wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest
system.
8. Check Gearshift Lever Unit Operation - Ensure ignition is off. Reconnect gearshift lever unit
connector. Connect a jumper wire between instrument interface module connector Black/White (terminal
No. 8) wire and ground. Turn ignition on. Try to move gearshift lever from Park to Reverse. If gearshift
lever moves, go to next step. If gearshift lever will not move, replace gearshift lever unit. Reconnect all
connectors and retest system.

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9. Check Instrument Interface Module Ground - Using DVOM, measure resistance between instrument
interface module connector Black/Yellow (terminal No. 15) wire and ground. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open Black/Yellow wire. Reconnect all
connectors and retest system.
10. Check Power Supply To Instrument Interface Module - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure
voltage between instrument interface module connector Purple/Black (terminal No. 11) wire and ground.
If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open Purple/Black
wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
11. Check BOO/BPP Switch Operation - Turn ignition off. Press down on brake pedal. If stoplights turn
on, go to next step. If stoplights do not turn on, diagnose BOO/BPP switch. See appropriate EXTERIOR
LIGHTS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
12. Check Circuit 29S For Open - Disconnect PCM. Install breakout box leaving PCM disconnected. Using
DVOM, measure resistance between breakout box terminal No. 92 and instrument interface module
connector Orange/Black (terminal No. 7) wire. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace instrument
interface module. Reconnect all connectors and retest system. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair
open Orange/Black wire. Remove breakout box, reconnect all connectors and retest system.

COUGAR & THUNDERBIRD

NOTE: Information is not available.

CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS, TAURUS & SABLE

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly and cable for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment. Electrical Components
Open or shorted circuits.
Loose or damaged connections.
Brake On/Off (BOO) or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) switch connections.
Damaged shift lock actuator.
Fuse(s).
Faulty PCM.
Faulty Bulbs.

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check No. 5 Fuse - Check fuse No. 5 located in the interior fuse junction block. If fuse is okay, go to
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step 4 . If fuse is not okay, go to next step.

2. Check For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Remove fuse No. 5. Locate shift interlock actuator on
steering column under instrument panel and disconnect electrical connector. Using DVOM, measure and
record resistance between fuse holder terminals and ground. If resistance is more than 10 k/ohms,
reinstall fuse and go to next step. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair short Gray/Yellow (Taurus
and Sable) or Purple/Orange (Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis) wire. Reconnect all connectors and
retest system.
3. Check Supply Voltage To Shift Lock Actuator - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage
between shift interlock actuator wiring harness connector Gray/Yellow wire and ground. If voltage is
more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open Gray/Yellow (Taurus and
Sable) or Purple/Orange (Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis) wire.
4. Check Supply Voltage To BOO/BPP Switch - Turn ignition off. Disconnect BOO/BPP switch
connector. Using DVOM, measure voltage between and ground. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to
next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open Light Green/Red wire. Reconnect all connectors and
retest system.
5. Check BOO/BPP Switch Signal To Shift Interlock Actuator - Disconnect shift lock actuator
connector. Depress brake pedal. Using DVOM, measure voltage between shift interlock actuator
connector Red/Light Green (Taurus and Sable) or Light Green (Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis) wire
and ground. Voltage should be more than 10 volts with brake pedal depressed and less than 1 volt with
brake pedal released. If voltage is as specified, go to next step. If voltage is not as specified, repair open
Red/Light Green (Taurus and Sable) or Light Green (Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis) wire between
BOO/BPP switch and shift interlock actuator.
6. Check Shift Interlock Actuator Ground - Ensure gearshift lever is in "P" position. Using DVOM,
measure resistance between shift interlock actuator connector Black wire and ground. If resistance is less
than 5 ohms, replace shift interlock actuator. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Black wire
between shift interlock actuator and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

"E" & "F" SERIES, & WINDSTAR

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment.
Switches and brackets for damaged. Electrical Components
Fuses
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch Connections
Wiring Harness

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Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Brakelight Operation - Depress brake pedal. If brakelights illuminate, go to step 7 . If

brakelights do not illuminate, go to next step.
2. Check Fuse - Check appropriate fuse (hot at all times circuit) in fuse panel. See WIRING
DIAGRAMS . If fuse is okay, go to step 4 . If fuse in blown, go to next step.
3. Check Wire To BOO/BPP For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Disconnect BOO/BPP switch
connector. Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire between fuse (hot at all times circuit) terminal and
BOO/BPP switch harness connector terminal. If resistance is more 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair wire between fuse panel and BOO/BPP switch for short to
ground. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
4. Check Wire To BOO/BPP Switch For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire between fuse
(hot at all times circuit) terminal and corresponding BOO/BPP switch harness connector terminal. If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in wire
between fuse panel and BOO/BPP switch. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
5. Check BOO/BPP Switch - Using DVOM, measure resistance between 2 outer BOO/BPP connector
terminals. Apply brakes and recheck resistance. Resistance should be more than 10 k/ohms without brake
pedal applied and less than 5 ohms with brake pedal applied. If switch operates as specified, go to next
step. If switch does not operate as specified, replace BOO/BPP switch and retest system.
6. Check Wire To Shift Interlock Actuator For Short To Ground - Disconnect shift interlock actuator
connector. Using DVOM, measure resistance of BOO/BPP switch-to-shift interlock actuator harness
connector wire and ground. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than
10 k/ohms, repair short in wire between BOO/BPP switch connector and shift interlock actuator
connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
7. Check Wire To Shift Interlock Actuator For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire
between BOO/BPP switch connector and shift interlock actuator connector. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in wire between BOO/BPP switch
connector and shift interlock actuator connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
8. Check Voltage To Shift Interlock Actuator - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage between
wire from appropriate fuse (hot in RUN circuit) and ground. If battery voltage is present, go to step 12 . If
battery voltage is not present, go to next step.
9. Check Fuse - Turn ignition off. Remove and check appropriate fuse (hot in RUN circuit). See WIRING
DIAGRAMS . If fuse is okay, go to step 11 . If fuse is blown, go to next step.
10. Check Wire To Shift Interlock Actuator For Short To Ground - Using DVOM, measure resistance
between shift interlock actuator connector terminal (hot in RUN circuit) and ground. If resistance is more
than 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair open in wire between fuse
panel (hot in RUN circuit) and shift interlock actuator connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest
system.
11. Check Wire To Shift Interlock For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of wire between fuse
terminal (hot in RUN circuit) and shift interlock actuator connector terminal. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open wire between fuse panel (hot in RUN
circuit) and shift interlock actuator connector. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
12. Check Shift Interlock Actuator Ground For Open - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure
resistance between shift interlock actuator connector Black wire and ground. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, replace shift interlock actuator. Reconnect all connectors and retest system. If resistance is more
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than 5 ohms, repair open Black wire between shift interlock actuator connector and ground.

ESCORT, ESCORT ZX2 & TRACER

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment.
Switches and brackets for damaged. Electrical Components
Fuses (METER, ROOM (Escort and Tracer) Or HORN (Escort ZX2) And STOP)
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch Connections
Faulty Park Sense switch
Wiring Harness

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Fuses - Check METER, ROOM or HORN and STOP fuses located in the interior fuse junction
block. If fuses are okay, go to step 4 . If fuses are not okay, go to next step.
2. Check Electrical System - With ignition off, replace blown fuse(s). Turn ignition on. If the fuse blows
again, go to next step. If the fuse does not blow again, go to step 4 .
3. Check For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Remove METER, ROOM or HORN and STOP fuses.
Locate and disconnect shift interlock actuator connector. Using DVOM, measure and record resistance
between each METER, ROOM or HORN and STOP fuse holder terminals and ground. If each resistance
is more than 10k/ohms, reinstall fuses and go to next step. If any resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair
short in appropriate wire. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
4. Check Supply Voltage To Shift Lock Actuator - Turn ignition off. Disconnect shift interlock actuator
connector. Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage between shift lock actuator wiring harness
connector Blue/Red or Green/Yellow wire and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS for appropriate wire
colors. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open in
appropriate wire.
5. Check BOO Switch Signal To Shift Lock Actuator - Turn ignition off. Connect DVOM leads between
shift lock actuator harness connector Green wire and ground. While monitoring DVOM, press brake
pedal. If voltage is less than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is more than 10 volts, diagnose problem
in stoplight circuit. See appropriate EXTERIOR LIGHTS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
6. Check Park Sense Switch Ground For Open - Disconnect park sense switch connector. Using DVOM,
measure resistance between park range switch harness connector Black wire (right side wire with
connector tab facing upward) and ground. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is
more than 5 ohms, repair open Black wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
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7. Check Park Sense Switch - Using DVOM, measure resistance between park sense switch connector
terminals. Resistance should be less than 5 ohms with selector lever release button released and more than
10 k/ohms with selector lever release button pressed or selector lever in any position other than Park. If
resistance is not as specified, replace selector lever and park sense switch. If resistance is as specified,
replace shift interlock actuator. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.

MARK VIII

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly and cable for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment. Electrical Components
Open Or Shorted Circuits
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch Connections
Faulty Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting (SCIL) Control Module
Fuse(s)
Faulty Bulbs

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Shift Interlock In ACC Position - Turn ignition to ACC position. With brake pedal released, try
and move selector lever to "R" position. If lever moves to "R" position, go to step 3 . If lever does not
move to "R" position, go to next step.
2. Check System Operation - Turn ignition on. Depress brake pedal and move selector lever to "R"
position. If lever does not move to "R" position, go to step 4 . If lever moves to "R" position, system is
operating normally. Check wiring harness and connectors for intermittent operation.
3. Check Steering Column Adjustment - Actuate steering column adjustment switch to tilt or telescope
position. If steering column adjusts, go to next step. If steering column does not adjust, diagnose
communication problem with SCIL Module. See appropriate MODULE COMMUNICATION
NETWORK article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
4. Check Stoplight Operation - Connect NGS scan tool to Datalink connector. Select SCIL PID BOO _
SCI display. While monitoring scan tool display, depress brake pedal. If PID BOO _ SCI changes from
off to on, go to next step. If PID BOO _ SCI does not change, diagnose BOO/BPP switch circuit. See
appropriate EXTERIOR LIGHTS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
5. Check SCIL Module Output To Shift Interlock Solenoid - Turn ignition off. Locate and disconnect
shift interlock solenoid connector. Turn ignition on. Connect DVOM between shift interlock solenoid
harness connector Light Blue/Black wire and ground. On NGS scan tool, select SCIL MODULE
ACTIVE COMMAND BRAKE SYSTEM. While measuring voltage with DVOM, activate BRK/SHIFT
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on NGS scan tool. If battery voltage is present, go to step 8 . If battery voltage is not present, go to next
step.
6. Check Light Blue/Black Wire For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Locate and disconnect SCIL
module connector. Using DVOM, measure resistance between SCIL module connector C287 terminal
No. 9 and ground. See Fig. 1 and Fig. 10 . If resistance is more than 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair short Light Blue/Black wire between SCIL module connector and
shift interlock solenoid connector.
7. Check Light Blue/Black Wire For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance of Light Blue/Black wire
between SCIL module terminal No. 9 and shift interlock solenoid connector. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, replace SCIL module. Reconnect all connectors and retest system. If resistance is more than 5
ohms, repair open in Light Blue/Black wire.
8. Check Shift Interlock Solenoid Ground For Open - Using DVOM, measure resistance between shift
interlock solenoid connector Black wire and ground. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace shift
interlock solenoid. Reconnect all connectors and retest system. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair
open Black wire between shift interlock solenoid connector and ground.
9. Check Signal To Shift Interlock Solenoid - Disconnect shift interlock solenoid connector. Using
DVOM, measure voltage between shift interlock solenoid connector Light Blue/Black wire terminal and
ground. If battery voltage is present, go to next step. If battery voltage is not present, replace shift
interlock solenoid. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
10. Check SCIL Module For Short To Power - Disconnect SCIL module connector. Using DVOM,
measure voltage between Light Blue/Black wire and ground. If battery voltage is present, repair short in
Light Blue/Black wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system. If battery voltage is not present,
replace SCIL module. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.

Fig. 1: Identifying SCIL Module Connector C287 Terminals

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

MUSTANG

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
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and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly and cable for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment. Electrical Components
Open Or Shorted Circuits
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Or Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch Connections
Fuse(s)
Faulty PCM
Faulty Bulbs

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Fuse No. 1 (15A) - Remove and check fuse No. 1 located in the internal fuse panel. If the fuse is
okay, go to step 3 . If the fuse is not okay, go to next step.
2. Check Purple/Orange Wire Resistance - Ensure fuse No. 1 is removed. Disconnect shift lock actuator
connector located near ignition switch. Using DVOM, measure resistance of Purple/Orange wire between
shift lock actuator wiring harness connector terminal and ground. If resistance is more than 10 k/ohms, go
to next step. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair short Purple/Orange wire. Reconnect all
connectors and retest system.
3. Check Power Supply To Shift Lock Actuator - Reinstall fuse No. 1. Disconnect shift lock actuator
connector. Using DVOM, measure voltage between Purple/Orange wire terminal and ground. Turn
ignition on. If battery voltage is present, go to next step. If battery voltage is not present, repair open
Purple/Orange wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
4. Check Stoplight Operation - Depress brake pedal. If stoplights turn on, go to next step. If stoplights do
not turn on, diagnose BOO/BPP switch. See appropriate EXTERIOR LIGHTS article in ACCESSORIES
& EQUIPMENT.
5. Check Power Supply Between BOO/BPP Switch & Shift Lock Actuator - With brake pedal
depressed, measure voltage of Red/Light Green wire between shift lock actuator connector and ground. If
battery voltage is present, go to next step. If battery voltage is not present, repair open Red/Light Green
wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
6. Check Ground Circuit Resistance - With shift lock actuator connector disconnected, measure resistance
between Black wire terminal and ground. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace shift lock actuator. If
resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open Black wire. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.

VILLAGER

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses
and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .

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Preliminary Inspection

Verify customer complaint. Visually inspect the following components of the shift interlock system:

Shift lever assembly for damage or misadjustment.

Ignition switch/interlock cable for damage or misadjustment.
Switches and brackets for damaged. Electrical Components
Fuses (RELAYS)
Loose Or Damaged Connections
Brake On/Off (BOO) Switch Connections
Wiring Harness

Diagnostic Procedure

1. Check Fuse - Check 10A RELAYS fuse located in the interior fuse junction block. If fuse is okay, go to
step 4 . If fuse is not okay, go to next step.
2. Check Electrical System - With ignition off, replace blown fuse. Turn ignition on. If the fuse blows
again, go to next step. If the fuse does not blow again, go to step 4 .
3. Check For Short To Ground - Turn ignition off. Remove RELAYS fuse. Locate and disconnect Speed
Control Disengage/BOO switch connector. Using DVOM, measure and record resistance between
RELAY fuse holder terminal and ground. If resistance is more than 10 k/ohms, reinstall fuse and go to
next step. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, repair short in Blue wire between fuse panel Speed Control
Disengage/BOO switch. Reconnect all connectors. Install gearshift lever, console and knob.
4. Check Shift Lock Actuator Ground - Ensure gearshift lever is in "P" position. Using DVOM, measure
resistance between shift lock actuator connector Black wire and ground. If resistance is less than 5 ohms,
go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Black wire between shift lock actuator
and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
5. Check Supply Voltage To Shift Lock Actuator - Turn ignition on. Using DVOM, measure voltage
between shift lock actuator wiring harness connector White wire and ground. If voltage is more than 10
volts, replace shift lock actuator. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open in White wire.
6. Check Speed Control Disengage/BOO Switch - Turn ignition off. Disconnect BOO switch connector.
Using DVOM, measure and record resistance between BOO switch connector terminals. Depress brake
pedal and measure resistance of BOO switch terminals again. Resistance should be less than 5 ohms with
brake pedal depressed and more than 10 k/ohms with brake pedal released. If resistance is as specified,
repair open White wire between BOO switch and shift lock actuator. If resistance is not as specified,
replace Speed Control Disengage/BOO switch. Reconnect all connectors and retest system.
7. Check Stoplight Operation - If stoplights operate when brake pedal is depressed, repair open Green wire
between BOO switch and shift lock actuator. If stoplights do not operate when brake pedal is depressed,
diagnose problem in stoplight circuit. See appropriate EXTERIOR LIGHTS article in ACCESSORIES &
EQUIPMENT.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

GEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY
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Removal & Installation (Aspire)

1. Place gearshift lever in "1" position. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove console panel storage bin
from the parking brake console. Remove parking brake console screw and lift parking brake console.
Remove 2 shift console panel screws, console panel pushpins and shift console.
2. Pull the shift console panel forward and disconnect all electrical connectors. Remove 2 gearshift lever
knob screws and gearshift lever knob. See Fig. 2 . Remove 4 transmission control selector dial screws.
Lift transmission control selector dial bezel upward and disconnect selector indicator lamp connector.
3. Remove shift cable and bracket locknut. Remove 2 shift cable bracket bolts and remove shift cable.
Remove 2 shift lock actuator bracket-to-gearshift lever screws. Disconnect 2 shift lock actuator electrical
connectors. Loosen locknut "A" and remove shifter interlock cable. See Fig. 8 . Remove 4 gearshift lever
locknuts and remove gearshift lever.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten nuts and bolts to specified torque. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

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Fig. 2: Exploded View Of Center Console & Gearshift Lever Assembly

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Removal & Installation (Continental & Town Car)

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1. Disconnect negative battery cable. On vehicles with console shift, go to step 4 . On vehicles with floor
shift, remove center console compartment. If equipped, disconnect cellular phone connectors. Remove 4
screws securing CD changer. Disconnect CD changer electrical connector and remove changer.
2. Slide plastic sleeve around shifter knob base downward. Remove 2 screws securing shifter knob to lever
and remove knob. Using a flat-tipped screwdriver, remove shift control bezel from center console.
3. Remove panel in front shift lever covering lighter and ashtray. Remove 2 screws securing console to floor
bracket. Remove 2 screws securing console to gear shift bracket. Slide floor console rearward and pull
up. Disconnect electrical connectors to console. Disconnect shift interlock cable from bracket and shift
interlock cam.
4. Disconnect shift cable from selector lever and bracket. Remove 2 bolts securing parking brake release
control motor to gearshift lever assembly. Remove 4 bolts securing selector lever to floor.
5. To install reverse removal procedure. Torque all nuts and bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Contour & Mystique)

1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower heat shield covering access to selector lever mounting bolts.
Disconnect selector lever cable adjusting cap and selector lever cable. Remove 4 selector lever mounting
nuts.
2. Lower vehicle. Remove selector lever cover. Lift selector lever assembly upwards and disconnect
electrical connector. To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Cougar, Mustang & Thunderbird)

1. Remove center console. Remove screws securing transmission control selector dial bezel. Remove dial
bezel and disconnect shifter interlock cable from transmission range selector lever and interlock cam.
2. Disconnect range indicator light and control switch connector. Place shift lever in "OD" position. Raise
and support vehicle. Disconnect shift cable from shift lever and ball stud.
3. Remove shift cable retaining screws from shifter mounted bracket. Lower vehicle. Remove shifter from
floorpan retaining bolts. Remove transmission range selector lever assembly.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Escort & Tracer)

1. Remove 2 screws securing selector lever knob and remove knob. Move both seats forward. Remove 2
securing parking brake console. Engage parking brake. Lift upward and remove parking brake console.
2. Remove 2 shift console panel screws and 4 forward pushpins. Place selector lever in "L" position.
Remove beverage holder from shift console base. Lift upward and remove shift console panel.
3. Remove 4 screws securing selector dial bezel. Disconnect dial bezel indicator light and remove bezel.
Disconnect shift interlock actuator and park sense switch connectors. Remove 2 screws securing shift
interlock actuator and remove actuator.
4. Remove gearshift lever cable nut and disconnect cable. Remove 2 cable bracket-to-floorpan bracket bolts
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and carefully position aside without binding cable. Loosen shift interlock cable nut ensuring not to loosen
cable locknut closest to cable end. Disconnect shift interlock cable and position aside without binding
cable.
5. Remove 4 gearshift lever assembly nuts and remove assembly. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Torque all nuts and bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Mark VIII)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Pull instrument panel control cover assembly straight out to release
lower clip. DO NOT use a pry tool to remove control cover as damage to panel may occur. Disconnect
control panel electrical connector.
2. Remove 2 screws securing instrument panel center finish panel surrounding shifter and radio assemblies.
Lift up on back of panel and pull panel forward to remove from instrument panel. Disconnect finish panel
ground wire.
3. Move gearshift lever to "D" position. Slide plastic sleeve around shifter knob base downward. Remove 2
screws securing shifter knob to lever and remove knob. Disconnect transmission shift cable from range
selector lever and selector lever housing.
4. Disconnect shift interlock cable from range selector lever and selector lever bracket. Disconnect selector
lever electrical connector. Disconnect shift cable from lever cam. Slide retaining clip from bracket and
remove shift cable. Remove 4 bolts securing gearshift lever assembly to floor and remove assembly.
5. To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Probe)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove 2 screws securing console armrest base and remove armrest
base. Remove 2 screws securing console armrest compartment and remove compartment. Remove
console finish panel from the shift console. Engage parking brake. Remove console lower forward kick
panel.
2. Disconnect all electrical connectors. Remove 2 gearshift lever knob screws and gearshift lever knob. See
Fig. 3 . Remove 4 transmission control selector dial screws. Lift transmission control selector dial bezel
upward and disconnect selector indicator lamp connector.
3. Remove shift cable and bracket locknut. Remove 2 shift cable bracket bolts and remove shift cable.
Remove 2 shift lock actuator bracket-to-gearshift lever screws. Disconnect 2 shift lock actuator electrical
connectors. Loosen locknuts and remove shifter interlock cable. Remove 3 gearshift lever locknuts and
one bolt and remove gearshift lever.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten nuts and bolts to specified torque. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

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Fig. 3: Exploded View Of Gearshift Lever Assembly (Probe)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Removal & Installation (Sable & Taurus)

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, unsnap front portion of beverage holder and remove from console. Move
gearshift lever to "1" position. Open ashtray and pull on top finish panel to remove. Disconnect electrical
connectors. Remove 2 screws securing console compartment to console and remove compartment.
2. Remove 2 screws securing center console to lower instrument panel. Pull carpet back covering inner kick
panels and disconnect panel clips from bracket. Remove 6 bolts retaining center console panel to floor
mounting brackets and remove center console.
3. Disconnect transmission shift cable from range selector lever and selector lever housing. Disconnect shift
interlock cable from range selector lever and selector lever housing. Remove 4 nuts securing gearshift
lever assembly to floor and remove assembly.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

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Removal & Installation (Light Duty Trucks & Vans)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove battery-to-starter relay cable and wait one minute for backup
power supply to dissipate. Remove screws holding parking brake handle and secure aside.
2. Remove screws for hood release and secure aside. Remove 2 screws for lower instrument panel column
cover. Remove 4 screws securing lower instrument panel reinforcement panel. Remove ignition switch
electrical connector bolt and disconnect connector. Remove 2 screws securing ignition switch and switch.
3. Remove lower steering column shroud. Insert key in ignition lock and turn ignition on. Using
screwdriver, pry upward on ignition cylinder lock and remove ignition lock from upper steering column
shroud. Remove upper shroud and rubber shift lever cover.
4. Disconnect shift control lever harness connector. See Fig. 4 . Remove shift lever pin and discard. Remove
shift lever. To install, reverse removal procedure. Replace shift lever pin for reassembly.

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Fig. 4: Removing Gearshift Lever Assembly

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Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

SHIFT INTERLOCK ACTUATOR

NOTE: On some models, the shift interlock actuator is part of the shift interlock cable.
Refer to SHIFT INTERLOCK CABLE or GEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY
procedures to remove actuator.

Removal & Installation (Aspire & Probe)

1. Remove gearshift lever assembly. See GEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY . Remove 2 shift lock
actuator bracket-to-gearshift lever screws. See Fig. 5 . Disconnect 2 shift lock actuator electrical
connectors. Remove shift lock actuator bracket from the actuator.
2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure shift lock actuator arm is engaged with lock lever before
installing to gearshift lever assembly.

Fig. 5: Removing Shift Lock Actuator (Aspire Shown, Probe Is Similar)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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Removal & Installation (Continental & Town Car)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. On vehicles with console shift, go to step 4 . On vehicles with floor
shift, remove center console compartment. If equipped, disconnect cellular phone connectors. Remove 4
screws securing CD changer. Disconnect CD changer electrical connector and remove changer.
2. Slide plastic sleeve around shifter knob base downward. Remove 2 screws securing shifter knob to lever
and remove knob. Using a flat-tipped screwdriver, remove shift control bezel from center console.
3. Remove panel in front shift lever covering lighter and ashtray. Remove 2 screws securing console to floor
bracket. Remove 2 screws securing console to gear shift bracket. Slide floor console rearward and pull
up. Disconnect electrical connectors to console. Disconnect shift interlock cable from bracket and shift
interlock cam.
4. Remove driver's side lower instrument panel cover. Remove 4 nuts securing steering column and lower
steering column. Disconnect shift interlock actuator connector. On Continental, remove 2 screws securing
shift interlock actuator and remove actuator and cable. See Fig. 6 . On Town Car, remove 3 screws
securing shift interlock actuator and remove actuator and cable. See Fig. 7 .
5. To install, connect shift interlock cable to interlock cam and bracket. To complete installation, reverse
removal procedure. Torque all nuts and bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

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Fig. 6: Removing Shift Interlock Actuator & Cable (Continental)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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Fig. 7: Removing Shift Interlock Solenoid

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Removal & Installation (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable & Taurus)

1. On vehicles equipped with floor shift, replace shift interlock actuator with shift interlock cable. Follow
shift interlock cable removal and installation procedures for actuator replacement. See SHIFT
INTERLOCK CABLE . On vehicles equipped with column shift, go to next step.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove 3 screws securing upper steering column shroud. Insert
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scratch awl into access hole on lower steering column shroud and push in the ignition lock cylinder
release pin. Insert ignition key into lock, turn ignition on and remove lock cylinder from steering column.
3. Remove lower steering column shroud. Remove 2 screws securing lower instrument panel and remove
panel. Completely loosen the shift indicator adjustment wheel and disconnect shift indicator cable from
steering column lever.
4. Remove 2 nuts securing steering column absorber. Remove 2 nuts securing lower steering column and
remove column. Disconnect electrical connectors to steering column. Remove 2 screws securing shift
interlock actuator and remove actuator from column.
5. To install, reverse removal procedures. Torque nuts and bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Light Duty Trucks & Vans - Except Villager)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove battery-to-starter relay cable and wait one minute for backup
power supply to dissipate. Ensure front wheels are straight and remove steering wheel. Remove screws
holding parking brake handle and secure aside.
2. Remove screws for hood release and secure aside. Remove 2 screws for lower instrument panel column
cover. Remove 4 screws securing lower instrument panel reinforcement panel. Remove ignition switch
electrical connector bolt and disconnect connector. Disconnect remaining electrical connectors to steering
column components.
3. Remove transmission range indicator bolt and disconnect indicator from bracket. Disconnect shift
interlock solenoid connector. Remove lower steering column shroud. Insert key in ignition lock and turn
ignition on. Using screwdriver, pry upward on ignition cylinder lock and remove ignition lock from upper
steering column shroud.
4. Remove air bag sliding contact from steering column. Remove upper intermediate steering shaft-to-
column shaft bolt. Remove 2 lower steering column nuts. Remove 2 steering column support bracket
nuts, bracket and steering column.
5. Remove 3 bolts securing shift interlock actuator and insert plate. See Fig. 7 . Remove clip securing insert
plate to actuator and discard. This clip is used to aid in initial assembly and is not required during
reassembly.
6. To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Villager)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove steering wheel and air bag. Remove 4 console pushpins and
console panel. Remove one instrument panel steering column screw and 4 instrument panel steering
column cover pushpins and remove cover panel.
2. Remove 4 screw securing instrument reinforcement panel and remove. Remove one screw securing lower
heater outlet duct and remove duct. Remove upper and lower steering column shrouds. Remove pin
securing transmission range selector lever and disconnect electrical connector. Remove selector lever.
3. Disconnect transmission range indicator from lever. Remove transmission control selector indicator bolt
and remove range indicator. Disconnect shift interlock actuator connector. Remove transmission shift
cable from selector lever arm and support.
4. Remove 2 screws securing multi-function switch and position switch aside. Disconnect "OD" control
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switch electrical connector. Remove ignition switch harness bolt and position ignition switch aside.
Remove steering column lower yoke clamp bolt.
5. Remove one upper bracket steering column nuts. Remove 2 lower bracket steering column nuts. While
supporting steering column, remove remaining upper bracket nut and remove steering column. Remove 2
screws securing shift lock actuator to steering column and remove actuator.
6. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all nuts and bolts to specifications. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

SHIFT INTERLOCK CABLE

NOTE: Procedures for removal and installation of shift interlock cable is given in
GEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY on some models.

Removal & Installation (Aspire)

1. Remove 2 shifter knob securing bolts and knob from gearshift lever. Loosen shift interlock cable locknut
"A" and disconnect from gearshift lever bracket. See Fig. 8 .
2. Attach mechanics wire to cable end to ensure correct installation. Remove 2 cable hold down screws
attached to bulkhead under instrument panel. Remove 3 screws securing steering column upper and lower
shrouds and remove shrouds. Remove shift interlock cable-to-lock cylinder bolt at lock cylinder housing.
See Fig. 9 . Remove cable and disconnect mechanics wire.

NOTE: DO NOT loosen shifter interlock cable locknut "B" during installation. See
Fig. 8 . Locknut is factory preset and incorrect interlock operation may
result if changed.

3. To install, attach mechanics wire to new cable and pull wire to feed cable through instrument panel and
console. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Torque shift locknut to 89-132 INCH lbs.
(10-15 N.m).

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Fig. 8: Removing Shift Interlock Cable

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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Fig. 9: Locating Shift Interlock Cable-To-Lock Cylinder Bolt

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Removal & Installation (Cougar, Mustang & Thunderbird)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Carefully pry on retaining clips to remove console finish panel from
console. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove console finish panel. Remove 2 screw covers and
screws securing center console glove compartment and remove compartment.
2. Remove 4 screws securing center console to floor. Pull parking brake up and move gearshift lever to "1"
position. Pull center console upwards and back to remove. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove
center console.
3. Remove left-hand lower instrument panel trim and lower steering column shroud. Remove shift interlock
cable retaining screw and disconnect from shift interlock cam. Remove steering column nuts and lower
steering column to floor.

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4. Disconnect shift interlock cable retaining clip. Disconnect actuator electrical connector. Remove screws
retaining shift interlock actuator to steering column.
5. Remove shift interlock actuator and cable from console brackets and remove from vehicle. To install,
reverse removal procedure. Torque all nuts and bolts to specifications. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Probe)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove gearshift lever assembly. See GEARSHIFT LEVER
ASSEMBLY. Loosen shifter interlock cable locknuts and disconnect from gearshift lever bracket.
2. Remove shift cable clip from brake pedal. Remove console lower forward kick panel. Remove steering
column shrouds. Remove control selector cable bracket and screw from the bottom of the steering column
and slide the shift interlock cable off the lock cylinder. Slide shift interlock cable out of console.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. DO NOT kink cable during installation. Torque all bolts and nuts
to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Removal & Installation (Sable & Taurus)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Unsnap and remove upper center console bezels. Disconnect shift
interlock cable conduit from bracket and pull cable from cam on transaxle range selector lever.
2. Remove 3 screws securing upper steering column shroud. Insert scratch awl into access hole on lower
steering column shroud and push in the ignition lock cylinder release pin. Insert ignition key into lock,
turn ignition on and remove lock cylinder from steering column.
3. Remove lower steering column shroud. Remove 2 screws securing lower instrument panel and remove
panel. Completely loosen the shift indicator adjustment wheel and disconnect shift indicator cable from
steering column lever.
4. Remove 2 nuts securing steering column absorber. Remove 2 nuts securing lower steering column and
remove column. Disconnect electrical connectors to steering column. Remove 2 screws securing shift
interlock actuator and remove actuator and cable as an assembly.
5. To install, reverse removal procedures. Torque nuts and bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .

STEERING COLUMN/IGNITION/LIGHTING CONTROL (SCIL) MODULE

Removal & Installation (Mark VIII Only)

1. SCIL module is located behind passenger's side of instrument panel, to right of glove box. SCIL module
contains one 16-pin connector, one 22-pin connector and two 26-pin connectors. See Fig. 10 .
2. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove lower cover from passenger's side of instrument panel for
access to glove compartment.
3. Remove screws from hinge on glove compartment door. Push inward on each side of glove compartment
to release stops from glove compartment and allow glove compartment to rotate downward. Remove
glove compartment.
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Disconnect electrical connectors from SCIL module. Remove SCIL module. To install, reverse removal
procedure.

Fig. 10: Locating SCIL Module & Identifying SCIL Module Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Aerostar, Explorer, Mountaineer & Ranger
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt 15-21 (21-29)
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)

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Cougar, Mustang & Thunderbird

Shift Cable Bracket Bolt 18-22 (24-31)
Steering Column Nut
Cougar & Thunderbird 10-12 (13-17)
Mustang 25-34 (34-46)
Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable & Taurus
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt 15-19 (20-26)
Steering Column Absorber Nut 10-12 (13-17)
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)
Escort & Tracer
Gearshift Lever Assembly Nut 12-16 (17-22)
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)
"E" Series, Expedition, "F" Series & Navigator
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt (4R70W)
4.2L Engine 17-23 (23-32)
4.6L Engine 20-30 (27-41)
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt (E4OD) 20-30 (27-41)
Shift Cable Bracket Nut 12-15 (17-20)
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)
Probe
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)
Transmission Range Selector Nut 12-16 (17-22)
Town Car
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt 17-23 (23-32)
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)
Windstar
Steering Column Absorber Nut 17-23 (23-32)
Steering Column Nut 10-12 (13-17)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Aerostar, Explorer, Mountaineer & Ranger
Shift Interlock Actuator Bolt 62-97 (7-11)
Shift Selector Tube Bracket Bolt 62-97 (7-11)
Aspire
Gearshift Lever Nut 53-71 (6-8)
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt 71-97 (8-11)
Shift Interlock Cable Bracket Locknut 89-132 (10-15)
Continental
Shifter Interlock Actuator Bolt 71-115 (8-13)
Contour & Mystique
Selector Lever Assembly Nut 71-97 (8-11)
Cougar, Mustang & Thunderbird
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Range Selector Lever Bolt 54-71 (6-8)

Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable & Taurus
Shift Interlock Actuator Bolt 17 (2)
Escort & Tracer
Cable Floorpan Bracket Bolt 71-97 (8-11)
Dial Bezel Screw 18-26 (2-3)
Selector Lever Cable Nut 71-97 (8-11)
Selector Lever Knob Screw 18-26 (2-3)
Shift Interlock Actuator Screw 12-16 (1.3-1.8)
"E" Series, Expedition, "F" Series & Navigator
Shift Interlock Actuator Bolt 62-97 (7-11)
Mark VIII
Gearshift Lever Assembly Bolt 54-71 (6-8)
Shift Knob Bolt 26 (3)
Probe
Shift Cable Bracket Bolt 71-97 (8-11)
Shift Interlock Cable Bracket Locknut 89-132 (10-15)
Town Car
Shift Interlock Actuator Bolt 62-97 (7-11)
Villager
Shift Interlock Actuator Bolt 62-97 (7-11)

WIRING DIAGRAMS

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Fig. 11: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Aerostar)

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Fig. 12: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Aspire)

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Fig. 13: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Continental)

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Fig. 14: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Contour & Mystique)

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Fig. 15: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Cougar & Thunderbird)

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Fig. 16: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Crown Victoria & Grand Marquis)

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Fig. 17: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Escort & Tracer)

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Fig. 18: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 "E" Series)

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Fig. 19: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Expedition & 1998 Navigator)

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Fig. 20: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Explorer & Mountaineer)

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Fig. 21: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Mark VIII)

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Fig. 22: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Mustang)

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Fig. 23: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 F150/250 Light Duty)

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Fig. 24: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 F250/350 Heavy/Super Duty)

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Fig. 25: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Probe)

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Fig. 26: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Ranger)

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Fig. 27: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Sable & Taurus)

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Fig. 28: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997 Town Car)

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Fig. 29: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Villager)

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Fig. 30: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1997-98 Windstar)

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Fig. 31: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1998 Continental)

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Fig. 32: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1998 Contour & Mystique)

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Fig. 33: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1998 Escort ZX2)

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Fig. 34: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1998 Explorer & Mountaineer)

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Fig. 35: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1998 Ranger)

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Fig. 36: Shift Interlock System Wiring Diagram (1998 Town Car)

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