Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums

Notices
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel 2003 - 2007 F250, F350 pickup and F350+ Cab Chassis, 2003 - 2005 Excursion and 2003 - 2009 van

Problem!!!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 31, 2009 | 07:45 AM
Share
  #1  
ilo9's Avatar
ilo9
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey
Problem!!!
Fellas,
got in the truck this morning to go get bagels and the paper. started the truck stepped on the brake and the shifter wouldnt go into Drive. released the pedal and tried again and nothing. two or three times more and it finally moved. What can that be???
 
Reply
0
Old May 31, 2009 | 10:40 AM
Share
  #2  
BPofMD's Avatar
BPofMD
FTE Legend
Veteran: Navy
15 Year Member
Liked
Community Favorite
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 65,938
Likes: 1,432
From: Millersville, MD
Club FTE Silver Member

Physical barrier......check the linkage. Or an intermittant wire at the BOO switch. If the computer doesn't know that you have your foot on the brake, it won't shift.
 
Reply
0
Old Jun 14, 2009 | 07:05 PM
Share
  #3  
DFord023's Avatar
DFord023
5th Wheeling
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 36
Likes: 0
Does anybody know where I can get a parts breakdown for the linkage?
 
Reply
0
Old Jun 14, 2009 | 08:07 PM
Share
  #4  
DSMMH's Avatar
DSMMH
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,589
Likes: 20
Originally Posted by ilo9
Fellas,
got in the truck this morning to go get bagels and the paper. started the truck stepped on the brake and the shifter wouldnt go into Drive. released the pedal and tried again and nothing. two or three times more and it finally moved. What can that be???
Did you check your brake lights to see if they are working. I believe the PCM needs a signal from the brake switch to indicate you have the brake applied. Could be an intermittent brake light switch.

DSMMH
 
Last edited by DSMMH; Jun 14, 2009 at 08:09 PM. Reason: add mor info
Reply
0
Old Jun 14, 2009 | 08:52 PM
Share
  #5  
FlyCanadianGuy's Avatar
FlyCanadianGuy
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 155
Likes: 0
From: Grande Prairie, AB
Originally Posted by ilo9
Fellas,
got in the truck this morning to go get bagels and the paper. started the truck stepped on the brake and the shifter wouldnt go into Drive. released the pedal and tried again and nothing. two or three times more and it finally moved. What can that be???
The truck was OBVIOUSLY unhappy that you were using it to get bagels and a paper. Hook up a heavy holiday trailer to it, and throw some fishing tackle in the back, and that truck will work like a charm every time.. :P Good luck with the diagnose, and please do keep us informed!
 
Reply
0
Old Jun 14, 2009 | 09:03 PM
Share
  #6  
DFord023's Avatar
DFord023
5th Wheeling
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 36
Likes: 0
Brake lights are workin fine. I had to dismantell the steering colum in the Lowes parking lot and manually assist the mechanism to allow it to shift. Made for fun times while my truck was taking off with me laying on my back in the floor.
 
Reply
0
Old Jun 15, 2009 | 11:13 AM
Share
  #7  
natem8301's Avatar
natem8301
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 235
Likes: 0
From: Albany, OR
Originally Posted by ilo9
Fellas,
got in the truck this morning to go get bagels and the paper. started the truck stepped on the brake and the shifter wouldnt go into Drive. released the pedal and tried again and nothing. two or three times more and it finally moved. What can that be???
Were you parked on a steep incline or decline?
 
Reply
0

Trending Topics

Old Jun 15, 2009 | 12:34 PM
Share
  #8  
ingman's Avatar
ingman
Tuned
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 397
Likes: 20
From: brigham city Utah
flycanadianguy, thats great. So our trucks are easily embarrassed? i will rememder that.
 
Reply
0
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-2

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-3

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
Back to Subforum
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
View Next Unread
Any '05's without upfitter switch with high idle mod?




Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:09 AM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-7
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE