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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1998TAURUS V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT INTERLOCKSHIFT INTERLOCK SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S
Shift Interlock Switch: Service and Repair
1998 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION Service and Repair
The shift interlock mechanism is to prevent shifting the transaxle out of the PARK position unless the brake pedal is applied. The shift interlock system consists of the following components:
^ An actuator assembly attached to the ignition switch.
^ Necessary wiring.
The actuator is energized when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position. This locks the floor shifter in the PARK position.
When the brake pedal is applied and the stoplight switch is activated, the shift lock actuator is deactivated and the floor shifter can be moved out of the PARK position.
The ignition/shifter interlock cable locks the floor shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. It also requires the floor shift lever to be in the PARK position to turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
^ An actuator assembly attached to the ignition switch.
^ Necessary wiring.
The actuator is energized when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position. This locks the floor shifter in the PARK position.
When the brake pedal is applied and the stoplight switch is activated, the shift lock actuator is deactivated and the floor shifter can be moved out of the PARK position.
The ignition/shifter interlock cable locks the floor shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. It also requires the floor shift lever to be in the PARK position to turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.