Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Brake Shift Interlock Actuator
Removal
1. Remove the shifter top control panel.

2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

3. Remove the shifter bezel.

4. Remove the bulb from the bezel.

5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

6. CAUTION: Extra force may be needed to lift up on the handle. Do not to pull too far or damage to the overdrive cancel button may result, as the wires may be pulled out of the switch.
Remove the screw and the handle.

7. Remove the clip and bolt from the brake shift interlock cable.

8. Disconnect the shift interlock cable.

9. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.

10. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement.

11. Remove the nuts and lower the steering column.

12. Remove the screws from the brake shift interlock cable.

13. Remove the brake shift cable interlock actuator.

Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.



Cable Adjustment
1. NOTE: Make sure that the range selector lever is tight
against the rearward overdrive stop.
Place the transmission range selector lever in the overdrive
position.
2. Raise and support the ...
Cable and Bracket
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. Remove the cable shift from the shifter lever and bracket and discard
the clip.
3. Remove the bol ...
Other materials:
Valve Stem to Valve Guide Clearance
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
Clearance Gauge, Valve Guide
303-004 (TOOL-6505-E) or
equivalent
NOTE: Valve stem diameter must be within specifications before
checkin ...
Bearing Whine
Bearing whine is a high-pitched sound similar to a whistle. It is usually
caused by worn/damaged
pinion bearings, which are operating at driveshaft speed. Bearing noise occurs
at all driving speeds.
This distinguishes it from gear whine which usually comes ...
Catalyst Monitor Sensor
Special Tool(s)
Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen
Sensor
303-476 (T94P-9472-A)
Material
Item
Specification
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
or equivalent
E8AZ-19A501-
B
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground ...
