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:
Installation
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read
and follow all warnings,
cautions and notes at the beginning of the removal procedure.
1. WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag
restraints control module (RCM)
retaining bolts is ...
Using snow chains
WARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility
of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for
extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components.
WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed
ratin ...
Battery and Cables
Vehicles are equipped with a 12 volt maintenance-free battery that
contains a built-in hydrometer. The
hydrometer eye indication is as follows:
A green dot means the battery is OK.
A yellow dot, red dot, or when the green dot is not visible,
...
