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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999WINDSTAR BASE, VAN CARGO, 3.8 4REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSSHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMSREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONGEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLYREMOVAL & INSTALLATION (MUSTANG)
1999 Ford Windstar Base, Van Cargo, 3.8 4
Removal & Installation (Mustang)
1999 Ford Windstar Base, Van Cargo, 3.8 4SECTION Removal & Installation (Mustang)
- Remove center console. Remove screws securing transmission control gearshift dial bezel. Remove dial bezel and disconnect shifter interlock cable from gearshift lever and interlock cam.
- Disconnect range indicator light and control switch connector. Remove screw retaining shift gearshift knob and remove handle. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect shift cable from shift lever and ball stud. During reassembly, replace plastic clip with NEW part.
- Remove shift cable retaining screws from shifter mounted bracket. Lower vehicle. Remove shifter to floor pan retaining bolts. Remove transmission range gearshift lever assembly.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
CAUTION:
Use caution when lifting up to remove gearshift knob. DO NOT pull knob too far upward or damage to overdrive cancel button wires may result.
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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.