Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Brake Shift Interlock Actuator
Removal
1. Remove the shifter top control panel.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3. Remove the shifter bezel.
4. Remove the bulb from the bezel.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
6. CAUTION: Extra force may be needed to lift up on the handle. Do not to pull too far or damage to the overdrive cancel button may result, as the wires may be pulled out of the switch.
Remove the screw and the handle.
7. Remove the clip and bolt from the brake shift interlock cable.
8. Disconnect the shift interlock cable.
9. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
10. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement.
11. Remove the nuts and lower the steering column.
12. Remove the screws from the brake shift interlock cable.
13. Remove the brake shift cable interlock actuator.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Cable Adjustment
1. NOTE: Make sure that the range selector lever is tight
against the rearward overdrive stop.
Place the transmission range selector lever in the overdrive
position.
2. Raise and support the ...
Cable and Bracket
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the cable shift from the shifter lever and bracket and discard
the clip.
3. Remove the bol ...
Other materials:
Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be carried out at
specified intervals. Any
recognized adverse condition should be corrected as soon as possible.
Maximum Oil Change Interval (Normal Schedule)
8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months, whiche ...
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the engine to duplicate the
condition.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. Refer to the
following chart.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Engine coolant leaks
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Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the
drive pinion
bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...
