It is a small solenoid that is accutated when the brake pedal is applied allowing shifter to move. This is located at the shifter and can be heard if all is quiet shifter in park and brakes applied.
Shift interlock switch going bad?Check to make sure brake lights are working when it doesn't shift - could be a bad or misadjusted stop light switch - same circuit
Yes, a blown brake light fuse causes the shift interlock to malfunction. If the interlock can't tell if the brake is depressed or not, it won't shift out of park. The brake light fuse is a 15A in the engine bay fuse box.
I know that my 1995 XLT has a brake interlock switch, that doesn"t allow my automatic transmission to shift out of park into gear unless the brake pedal is depressed - I don't know if that is what your problem is.
Brake - Shift Interlock
Check the brake light fuse.
the brake interlock press on the brake to release it
The shift mechanism is only allowed to move from park if and when the brake pedal is pressed. Possible causes are, faulty brake pedal switch, shift interlock solenoid, wiring, or broken shift button. Possible shift linkage or transmission problem. Find the procedure for "bypassing or overriding the shift interlock" for further diagnosis.
You are going to have to formulate a real question. Yes, Subaru Outbacks have brake calipers.
The brake interlock on a 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is typically located near the brake pedal assembly. It's designed to prevent the gear shift from moving out of the "Park" position unless the brake pedal is pressed. You may need to access the area under the dashboard to locate the interlock mechanism and its wiring. If you're experiencing issues, checking the connection and function of the brake pedal switch can be helpful.
That is my question, I want to know where the brake interlock is located at? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The owners manual will explain what to do if you can not shift out of PARK with the brake pedal depressed You can view most of the Ford models owners manuals online ( as of August 13 , 2012 , back to the 1996 model year ) at : www . motorcraft service . com ( no spaces ) Click on Owner Guides Look in the index for " brake-shift interlock "
most likely? the caliper needs replacing.
If your Subaru Outback won't shift from park and the brake pedal feels stuck down, it could be due to a malfunctioning brake light switch, which prevents the vehicle from shifting out of park for safety reasons. Additionally, a dead battery or issues with the shift interlock system could be contributing factors. It's advisable to check the brake lights; if they aren't functioning, replacing the brake light switch may resolve the issue. If the problem persists, consulting a mechanic is recommended for further diagnosis.