Shift Interlock System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The shift interlock system consists of:
- a shift lock actuator.
- A transmission shift selector position insert (7A216), which bolts to the steering actuator housing (3F723), secures the shift lock actuator to the steering column.
- electrical circuits to supply power to lock and unlock the shift lock actuator.
The shift lock actuator locks the gearshift lever in PARK:
- when the ignition switch lock cylinder is in the LOCK position.
- with the ignition switch lock cylinder in the RUN position and the brake pedal released.
The shift lock actuator releases the gearshift lever:
- when the ignition switch lock cylinder is in the FIRST position.
- with the ignition switch lock cylinder in the RUN position and the brake pedal actuated.