Probem with shifting from park to drive

1998 FORD MUSTANG
270,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KERRIE6900
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Hi. I have a 98 Mustang 6cyl. Automatic, and it is getting very hard to take out of park to drive, when you push the side button in on the t-handle shifter. It does this even when the wheels are straight and on level ground, and I have my foot on the brake. Any suggestions, and how to fix, or check.
Jul 18, 2011 at 5:26 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Seems the interlock solenoid is preventing the lever from being shifted out of park.

Check if the brake lights are working.
Jul 18, 2011 at 6:18 AM
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KERRIE6900
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Yes. The brakes lights do work, so I don't believe it is the brake switch. Where is this interlock solenoid located and is it hard to replace or check.
Jul 18, 2011 at 6:33 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The electronic shift lock actuator is mounted at base of shift lever. You need to remove the console to get at it.


Jul 18, 2011 at 9:59 AM
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KERRIE6900
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Ok. Since brake lights do work and wiring seems ok, it propably is the solenoid so I will just replace it. Thanks for everyones help, much appreciated.
Jul 18, 2011 at 1:21 PM
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