OEM 2000 Ford Windstar Shift Interlock Solenoid

2000 Ford Windstar Shift Interlock Solenoid Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Shift Interlock Solenoid on 2000 Ford Windstar?

  A: A proper service or repair of the shift lock actuator starts with disconnecting the battery to stop air bag deployment along with a minimum one-minute removal of the positive cable. Begin by disassembling the steering column cover through removal of the screws on top of the instrument panel and later disconnect the screws for the steering column cover reinforcement and steering column opening brace. The shift indicator cable requires unscrewing before disconnecting the cable itself. Lower the steering column by removing the four nuts during the disconnection process of the brake shift interlock actuator connector. The brake shift interlock actuator can be removed by detaching its two retaining screws. The first installation step requires you to fasten the brake shift interlock actuator into place with its screws before joining the actuator to its connector. You need to connect the shift indicator cable by placing its loop section onto the transmission column shift selector tube before securing the cable with the screw while making proper cable adjustments. Screw and fasten the steering column opening brace before installing the steering column cover and reinforcement with their screws. After completing the procedure the final steps involve reattaching the instrument panel steering column cover and its screws together with reestablishing the battery connection.