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Symptom Chart

Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .

Symptom Possible Sources Action
Brake shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly Refer to the Diagnostic Routine GO to Pinpoint Test A  or GO to Pinpoint Test B 
Brake Shift Interlock Actuator (BSIA) solenoid INSTALL a new selector lever assembly. REFER to: Selector Lever Assembly .
Selector lever cable CHECK the selector lever cable adjustment. REFER to: Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
Selector lever linkage is out of correct gear relationship Selector lever linkage out of adjustment CHECK selector lever cable. REFER to: Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
SelectShift™ Is Inoperative Or Does Not Operate Correctly Wiring, terminals or connectors
SelectShift™ switch
PCM
Selector lever not fully engaging in S position
Selector lever damaged
GO to Pinpoint Test C 
Manual control lever not aligned correctly on the TR sensor (flat surfaces do not line up) REMOVE the manual control lever nut and CHECK the alignment of the manual control lever.
Loose selector lever cable bracket CHECK the selector lever cable bracket. TIGHTEN as necessary.
Vibration - a high frequency (20-80 Hz) that is felt through the seat or selector lever. Changes with engine speed Selector lever cable incorrectly routed, grounded out or loose CHECK the selector lever cable. REFER to: Selector Lever Cable . REPAIR as necessary.
The ignition key cannot be returned to the OFF position or the ignition key can be turned to the OFF position when the selector lever is not in P Wiring, terminals or connectors
Ignition lock cylinder
Key removal inhibit solenoid (part of the ignition switch)
Park detect switch (part of the selector lever)
Selector lever cable
Mechanical damage to the selector lever, selector lever cable or selector lever knob
CHECK steering components. REFER to: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components .
Paddle Shifters Are Inoperative Or Do Not Operate Properly Paddle shift switch
Wiring, terminals or connectors
Clockspring
SCCM
PCM
If any TR sensor DTCs are set, RESOLVE them first before proceeding. GO to Pinpoint Test D 
The PRNDL indicator does not illuminate P Wiring, terminals or connectors
PCM concern
IPC
Park detect switch (part of the selector lever assembly)
CHECK instrumentation message center. REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes .