Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 146 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)ADJUSTMENTSSHIFT CABLE
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Shift Cable
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Shift Cable
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- Place gearshift lever in Drive position. Hang a 3 lb. (1.4 kg) weight from gearshift lever. Raise and support vehicle.
- Using a screwdriver, pry shift cable from manual control lever on transmission. See Fig 1. Pull shift cable adjustment lock tab outward to unlock. See Fig 2. Ensure adjuster body moves freely.
- Position manual control lever in Drive position. Drive position is obtained by rotating manual control lever clockwise until travel stops, and then rotate manual control lever counterclockwise 2 detents.
- Connect cable to manual control lever. Push in lock tab to lock adjustment sleeve in position. See Fig 3. Lower vehicle. Remove weight from gearshift lever. Check for park gear engagement. If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch.
- Start engine and ensure indicated gear positions match transmission response. Verify vehicle only starts in Park and Neutral, and back-up lights operate.
- If operation is not okay, perform steps 1- 5 and check Transmission Range (TR) sensor adjustment. See TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR .
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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.