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 MANUALSMERCURY2000MYSTIQUE GS, 2.0 3, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSSHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONGEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLYREMOVAL & INSTALLATION (FOCUS)
2000 Mercury Mystique GS, 2.0 3, Automatic
Removal & Installation (Focus)
2000 Mercury Mystique GS, 2.0 3, AutomaticSECTION Removal & Installation (Focus)
- Remove center console front cup holder insert. Remove 2 center console retaining screws. Remove rear cup holder insert. Remove 3 nuts retaining center console. Remove parking brake boot from parking brake handle. Remove parking brake boot from center console. Raise parking brake handle and lock in place.
- Place gearshift lever in "P" position. Remove center console. Unclip gearshift lever cable. Unclip and remove gearshift lever cable outer sleeve from gearshift lever assembly. Disconnect gearshift lever assembly electrical connector. Remove 4 nuts retaining gearshift lever assembly to floor pan. Remove gearshift lever assembly.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Coat gearshift lever assembly retaining bolts with thread locking compound. Tighten all nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Adjust gearshift cable by placing gearshift lever in "D" position. Raise and support vehicle. Ensure gearshift cable outer sleeve is free for moving after unlocking.
- Unlatch gearshift cable locking mechanism (turn counterclockwise). Ensure Transmission Range (TR) sensor alignment marks are aligned with transaxle manual lever. Move transaxle manual lever to "D" position. Latch gearshift cable locking mechanism (turn clockwise). Lower vehicle and check gearshift cable adjustment.
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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.