Symptom Chart

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Symptom Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SYMPTOM

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly
  • Circuitry open/shorted
  • Fuse(s)
  • Stoplight switch
  • Shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly
  • Shift lock actuator
  • Shift control linkage is out of correct gear relationship
  • Shift linkage out of adjustment
  • Loose shift cable bracket
  • CHECK the shift cable bracket. Tighten as necessary.
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.