The shift solenoid on a 1998 F150 is on the fender well. It is mounted with bolts and requires a socket set to be removed.
yes its bad go ahead and change it.
Check the shift unlock solenoid. The solenoid is known to go bad and cause this issue in a tracer.
red first, black last is correct. always connect positive cables first and negative or ground cables last
shift solenoid inside tranny, either bad solenoid, or connectivity problems
When you press the brake, a switch on the back of the pedal activates a solenoid in the shift console that allows you to move the shift lever out of park. If the switch or solenoid fails, you won't be able to shift out of park. There is a bypass for this. You can stick a screwdriver in the side of the console to manually move the solenoid so that you can shift it. You will have to do this every time you shift out of park until you fix the problem. The owners manual covers it in more detail.
go on you tube and type that exact question and there's a video on how to do it yourself.
Overdrive Solenoid
It's probably either a worn/warped clutch plate, the clutch is out of adjustment or the pilot bushing/bearing is not operating properly.
The negative cable actually is bolted to the engine block, and the positive cable will go to the solenoid that is attached to the radiator support. On newer models, the solenoid would be attached to the starter, and then, of course, the positive cable would connect at the solenoid down below on the starter.
Where does trans control solenoid go on a 1998 ford taurus
Because your shift solenoid is dirty and needs to be cleaned out with a carburetor cleaner.
If you have a bad shift solenoid, DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR!!! The shift solenoid may get you around but only for a limited time. It could actually go out at any time. Your best bet is not to drive the car at all...not even to the dealership or repair shop. Not only can this leave you stranded, but could cause an accident on the hiways or city streets. Think safety first. I would have the car towed to your mechanic rather than drive it there, if at all possible.