Brake Shift Interlock Override

2014 Ford F-150 FX2, 2D PickupSECTION Brake Shift Interlock Override
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NOTE: If it is necessary to use the brake shift interlock override procedure to move the selector lever from 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 system that prevents moving the selector lever from the PARK position. When the ignition switch is in the RUN position and the brake pedal is applied, the Brake Shift Interlock Actuator (BSIA) is energized.
  1. Apply the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to the off position and remove the key.
  2. Tilt and telescope the steering column to the full downward and rearward position.
  3. NOTE: Make sure to use extra care when detaching the selector lever boot clips from steering column shrouds or damage to the selector lever boot may occur causing replacement of the selector lever assembly. The selector lever boot is not serviceable separately.

    Position the selector lever boot aside.

    1. Push forward on the selector lever boot at the area indicated and remove the boot from the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
      Fig 1: Identifying Selector Lever Boot
      G07410267Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: The BSIA plunger can be accessed through the selector lever boot opening.

    Using a suitable tool, move the BSIA spindle outward, apply the brake pedal and position the selector lever into NEUTRAL.

    Fig 2: Moving BSIA Spindle Outward
    G07412441Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: Make sure to use extra care and follow the installation sequence when installing the selector lever boot to the steering column shrouds or damage to the boot may occur causing replacement of the selector lever assembly. The selector lever boot is not serviceable separately.

    Install the selector lever boot in the sequence shown in illustration.

    1. Install the front of the selector lever boot.
    2. Install the bottom of the selector lever boot.
    3. Install the top of the selector lever boot.
    4. Install the back of the selector lever boot.
      Fig 3: Identifying Selector Lever Boot Installing Sequence
      G07410268Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Start the vehicle.
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