Pinpoint Test A: The Shift Control Is Out Of Correct Gear Relationship
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- A1 CHECK SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE
- Key in ON position.
- Apply the brake pedal.
- Gain access to the shift control linkage.
- Actuate the transmission selector lever in all ranges.
- Observe all linkages during operation.
- Is the linkage damaged?
- YES : INSTALL a new shift control linkage. TEST the system for normal operation.
- NO : Go to A2.
- A2 CHECK TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER CABLE
- Check the transmission selector lever cable and bracket installation.
- Is the transmission selector lever cable correctly installed and adjusted?
- YES : VERIFY the transmission selector lever cable adjustment. REFER to Selector Lever Cable Adjustment in this article. ADJUST the transmission selector lever cable if necessary. Go to A3 .
- NO : REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
- A3 CHECK LINKAGE/CABLE FOR CORRECT GEAR RELATIONSHIP
- Apply the brake pedal.
- Actuate the transmission selector lever in all ranges.
- Does the indicator match the gear selection?
- YES : System OK. TEST the system for normal operation.
- NO : REFER to Selector Lever Cable Adjustment in this article. TEST the system for normal operation.