Is this the ignition actuator problem?
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Is this the ignition actuator problem?
95 E150 with tilt: I searched the old threads but couldn't find this exact symptom: When I start the van I can't shift out of Park.
If I turn the key to the unlock position, shift to Neutral and then start the engine I can shift everywhere.
If I then shift into Park the shifter is stuck there until I turn it off, turn key to unlock, shift to N, re-start then shift as above.
The actuator doesn't sound too bad to replace (I bet I'm in the 4 hour+ range though)
Sorry if this should be in the steering area.
Thanks for all the help!
Jim
If I turn the key to the unlock position, shift to Neutral and then start the engine I can shift everywhere.
If I then shift into Park the shifter is stuck there until I turn it off, turn key to unlock, shift to N, re-start then shift as above.
The actuator doesn't sound too bad to replace (I bet I'm in the 4 hour+ range though)
Sorry if this should be in the steering area.
Thanks for all the help!
Jim
Last edited by JimS in TX; Oct 30, 2007 at 09:51 PM.
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From: St Louis
Sounds like your actuator is working just fine. It's doing what it's supposed to when it's supposed to.
Check your brake lights. That's what releases the shifter interlock when the ignition is in RUN.
If the brake lights are not working, check fuse F1 in the interior fuse panel. If blown, follow up on the cruise switch recall (if applicable on your van).
Steve
Check your brake lights. That's what releases the shifter interlock when the ignition is in RUN.
If the brake lights are not working, check fuse F1 in the interior fuse panel. If blown, follow up on the cruise switch recall (if applicable on your van).
Steve
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Thanks Steve......
Yes, no brake lights, no diagnostic port, hard shifting & no speedo/odo.
F1 was popped and after I replaced it I got a puff of smoke from under the hood. Surprise-F1 is popped again.
I'll get it in for the recall.
Thanks again.
Jim
F1 was popped and after I replaced it I got a puff of smoke from under the hood. Surprise-F1 is popped again.
I'll get it in for the recall.
Thanks again.
Jim
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Well, the recall issue is just one of several possible reasons the fuse is blowing. You can disconnect the pressure switch and see if the short circuit goes away. It screws into the bottom of the bake master cylinder on your van.
Fuse F1 also supplies the datalink connector (diesel), PSOM, RABS, and the MFS. The loss of the VSS signal (from either the PSOM or the RABS sub-system) is causing the computer to default transmission EPC to max and to guess at shift points.
Steve
Fuse F1 also supplies the datalink connector (diesel), PSOM, RABS, and the MFS. The loss of the VSS signal (from either the PSOM or the RABS sub-system) is causing the computer to default transmission EPC to max and to guess at shift points.
Steve
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Ok....
Thanks Steve, the pressure switch (sticking straight up on mine) being unplugged = no more short & F1 stays OK, shifting out of Park = OK.
Is this still part of the CC recall or is it a bad pressure switch?
Thank you Master-I am not worthy!!!!
Is this still part of the CC recall or is it a bad pressure switch?
Thank you Master-I am not worthy!!!!
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That shorted switch is the source of the recall. Leave the switch unplugged and contact your dealer. From various reports, many dealers have not yet received the needed parts for many customers. However, you dealer might have them on hand. Give them a call.
Steve
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