Pinpoint Test B: The Shift Control Is Out Of Correct Gear Relationship
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- B1 CHECK THE SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE
- Key in ON position.
- Depress the brake pedal.
- Gain access to the shift control linkage.
- Actuate the selector lever in all gearshift positions.
- Observe all linkages during operation.
- Is the linkage damaged?
- YES : INSTALL new shift control linkage. TEST the system for normal operation.
- NO : Go to B2.
- B2 CHECK THE SELECTOR LEVER CABLE
- Check the selector lever cable and bracket installation.
- Is the selector lever cable installed correctly and adjusted?
- YES : VERIFY that the transmission range (TR) sensor is correctly adjusted. REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - CD4E article. TEST the system for normal operation.
- NO : ADJUST or INSTALL a new selector lever cable as necessary.