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Symptom Chart

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SYMPTOM CHART

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.