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How to fix a Windstar that is stuck in park - shift lever will not release?
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1995-1998
- #7 - Brake shift interlock
- #21 - Shift-lock actuator(?)
1999-2003 - #11
NEUTRAL SAFTEY SWITCH OR BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH(located behind the brake pedal) tells shifter that you have the brake on to come out of park.
it is the stop light switch located on the break pedal arm you can get it at the parts store for around 15-30 dollars and you should need minimal tools if any to replace it http://www.hometeammotorsports.org/
This is most likely to be caused by a problem with the brake switch mounted to the brake pedal.
Easy thing to check and replace - easy in that it's accessible and only 1 or 2 small mounting bolts.
Check to see if your brake lights are working,if you have no current for brake lights you will have no current to shifter release solenoid.Could be just a blown fuse,if that's not it there could be a problem with wiring or the release solenoid itself.
AnswerStart by checking your brake lights to see if they work. If they don't work, call the dealer and see if your vehicle has a recall for the brake light switch showing up on their OASIS( Ford term for Online Automotive Service Information System). If there is a recall, guess what? You get a free tow and fix at your friendly local Ford dealer! Whether or not there is a recall, it doe's sound like you need a brake light switch and connector pigtail replacement.
AnswerMake sure brake lights are working--if fuse blown or bad switch interock will not release
AnswerFirst, make sure you're pressing the brake firmly when you try to push the shift button. If that's not working, check the brake pedal switch and the relay under the shift assembly.
First check to see if you have brake lights, if no brake lights you have a bad shift interlock switch,it is a small black box located behind your brake pedal.It's about $45.00 from the dealership. I keep a spare in my van.
A fuse can cause car to be stuck in park. try this.
turn ignition switch on but do not start engine. then put transmission in neutral. then start engine. now try putting in gear. if this works,check your fuses.sometimes after doing this the car can be put in park and will work.doing this will sometimes just reset the switch
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