OEM 2001 Ford Windstar Shift Interlock Solenoid

2001 Ford Windstar Shift Interlock Solenoid Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Shift Interlock Solenoid on 2001 Ford Windstar?

  A: Before repairing or servicing the brake shift interlock actuator users need to secure system safety through power supply depletion to stop air bag system activation. Switch off the battery ground cable and permit a minimum one-minute wait time together with the immediate deconnection of auxiliary batteries if your vehicle has these power supplies. First remove the two screws that retain the instrument panel lower steering column opening cover after which detach the left-hand instrument panel finish panel from the instrument panel while removing the right-hand finish panel. The technician then removes screws from the instrument panel opening cover reinforcement along with steering column opening brace. To the side of the selector lever indicator cable you should loosen its screw and disconnect the cable from its position. You must remove the four nuts and bracket to enable lowering the steering column. First separate the shift lock actuator and transmission shift selector position insert by removing the bolts and disconnecting their electrical connector through the process of separating both components from the steering column. The installation process includes all procedures in reverse order from removal.