Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup, 2005 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2005 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the steering column assembly. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
Remove the insert plate and shift lock actuator.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the insert plate and shift lock actuator.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Insert Plate And Shift Lock Actuator
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The shift lock actuator clip is an assembly aid for the assembly plant and does not need to be replaced in the field.

Remove the insert plate from the shift lock actuator.
- Remove and discard the shift lock actuator clip.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Shift Lock Actuator Clip
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fig 3: Installing Insert Plate Into Shift Lock Actuator
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.