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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
COUGAR & THUNDERBIRD
Note. Information is not available.
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Note. See appropriate wiring diagram to diagnose electrical circuits and identify fuses and circuit numbers. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
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.
SHIFT INTERLOCK CABLE
Note. Procedures for removal and installation of shift interlock cable is given in GEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY on some models.