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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1788 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM - CD4E)GENERAL PROCEDURESBRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK OVERRIDE

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W

Brake Shift Interlock Override

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Brake Shift Interlock Override

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If it is necessary to use the override procedure to move the selector lever out of the PARK position, it is possible that a fuse has blown and the brake lights are not operational. Before driving the vehicle, verify that the brake lights are working.

This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the selector lever from being moved out of PARK when the ignition is in the ON position unless the brake pedal is depressed.

If the selector lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position when the ignition is in the ON position and the brake pedal is depressed:

Apply the parking brake and remove the ignition key.

NOTE: Relief located at the front of the access panel.

Remove the access panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Relief

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using an suitable tool, depress the brake shift interlock override mechanism on the selector lever, apply the brake, depress the button on the selector lever and move the selector lever into NEUTRAL.

Fig 2: Depressing Brake Shift Interlock Override Mechanism

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Start the vehicle.
To install, reverse the procedure.

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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.