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:
Installation
1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant
must be removed and
the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is
no sign of
wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this ...
Assembly
1. Lubricate the differential side gear thrust washers and the differential
side gear journals, and
assemble the washers to the gears.
Use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equivalent
meeting
Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A.
2. Lub ...
Child Safety
GENERAL INFORMATION
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety
restraints for children.
WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in
a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight.
Child safety restra ...
