External Controls: Notes

2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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The transaxle external controls system consists of the following components:

  • Selector lever cable and bracket
  • Park range switch (part of the gearshift lever)
  • Shift lock actuator
  • Selector lever

The selector lever controls the transaxle gear selection through the selector lever cable. The cable detent and selector lever locking position is controlled by the selector lever knob.

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