OEM 2006 Ford Taurus Shift Interlock Solenoid

2006 Ford Taurus Shift Interlock Solenoid Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Floor Shift Interlock Solenoid on 2006 Ford Taurus?

  A: Service and repair work on the brake shift interlock actuator found on floor shift mechanisms should start with full removal of the center console. It is essential to start by removing the ignition/shifter interlock cable from the floor shift through elimination at both the bracket and the shift cam points. The left-hand lower instrument panel trim should be removed from the vehicle while performing a 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.) tightening procedure on the installation. The service will begin by disconnecting four electrical connectors while taking out diagnostic electrical connector bolts and steering column support bracket bolts from their attachment points. After removing the nuts from the steering column you should lower it until reaching 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.) torque settings when reinstalling it. The process starts with disconnecting the shift interlock electrical connector followed by unscrewing two bolts before extracting the ignition/shifter interlock cable and actuator assembly. Check interlock operation during installation because key removal must only happen when the range selector lever is in PARK position as the lock function requires the key to be absent from the vehicle. Install the interlock by following the reverse order of removal steps.