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Larry D Gibbs

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(Msg. 1) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 11:34 am Post subject: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position Archived from groups: alt>autos>ford (more info?)

My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will start just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone have any suggestions on how to fix this? -- Larry D Gibbs gibbsld.TakeThisOut@msn.com WWW.LarryGibbs.com Only left handed people are in their right mind. >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 2) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 4:47 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

Larry D Gibbs wrote: > I cannot get it out of the park position with the car running or not > running. It seems to be stuck in that position for some reason. Put the key in the column. Turn it toward start ONE position... unlock column only... no lights on dash. Shift to neutral. Start the car. Drive away. Rob >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 3) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:45 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

"Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will start > just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone have any > suggestions on how to fix this? > > -- > Larry D Gibbs > gibbsld.RemoveThis@msn.com > WWW.LarryGibbs.com > > Only left handed people are in their right mind. > Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the car. You're welcome, CJB >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

Larry D Gibbs

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(Msg. 4) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:45 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

I cannot get it out of the park position with the car running or not running. It seems to be stuck in that position for some reason. "CJB" wrote in message > > "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > >> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will start >> just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone have any >> suggestions on how to fix this? >> >> -- >> Larry D Gibbs >> gibbsld.DeleteThis@msn.com >> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >> >> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >> > > Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, > because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get > it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the > car. > > You're welcome, > > CJB > >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

Larry D Gibbs

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(Msg. 5) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:45 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

You are correct that the brake light don't work, where exactly is this switch located and how hard is it to replace? "CJB" wrote in message > > "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > >> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will start >> just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone have any >> suggestions on how to fix this? >> >> -- >> Larry D Gibbs >> gibbsld.DeleteThis@msn.com >> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >> >> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >> > > Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, > because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get > it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the > car. > > You're welcome, > > CJB > >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

Larry D Gibbs

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(Msg. 6) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:45 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

Thanks for all the help, I got the switch off and noticed one of the wires was burnt/corroded so I will need to replaced the plug to the switch. The fuses were not burned out. I was able to get the lever into the neutral position and will try to replaced the switch myself, it looks like a simple repair the only problem I see is replacing the plug because it looks like I will need to splice the wires into the new plug. I will go to the ford dealership tomorrow for the plug and switch. I went to Shucks they had the switch but not the plug. "CJB" wrote in message > > "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > >> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will start >> just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone have any >> suggestions on how to fix this? >> >> -- >> Larry D Gibbs >> gibbsld DeleteThis @msn.com >> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >> >> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >> > > Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, > because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get > it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the > car. > > You're welcome, > > CJB > >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 7) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:45 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

Check the bulbs first, ground path goes thru them, then check boo switch "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > You are correct that the brake light don't work, where exactly is this > switch located and how hard is it to replace? > > "CJB" wrote in message > >> >> "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message >> >>> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will >>> start just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone >>> have any suggestions on how to fix this? >>> >>> -- >>> Larry D Gibbs >>> gibbsld.TakeThisOut@msn.com >>> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >>> >>> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >>> >> >> Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, >> because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get >> it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the >> car. >> >> You're welcome, >> >> CJB >> > > >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 8) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 7:50 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

"Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > You are correct that the brake light don't work, where exactly is this > switch located and how hard is it to replace? > > "CJB" wrote in message > >> >> "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message >> >>> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will >>> start just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone >>> have any suggestions on how to fix this? >>> >>> -- >>> Larry D Gibbs >>> gibbsld RemoveThis @msn.com >>> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >>> >>> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >>> >> >> Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, >> because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get >> it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the >> car. >> >> You're welcome, >> >> CJB The replacement is surprisingly easy. The switch is up the brake pedal shaft from the brake pedal. The harness unplugs and the switch is held in place with a clip, if I remember correctly. You should probably check with your dealer about a free replacement. I know that some models had a recall on the BOO Switch. My 2000 Taurus wagon did. It ate BOO switches. Good luck, CJB >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 9) Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 7:51 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

"Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message >I cannot get it out of the park position with the car running or not >running. It seems to be stuck in that position for some reason. > > "CJB" wrote in message > >> >> "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message >> >>> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will >>> start just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone >>> have any suggestions on how to fix this? >>> >>> -- >>> Larry D Gibbs >>> gibbsld DeleteThis @msn.com >>> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >>> >>> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >>> >> >> Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, >> because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get >> it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the >> car. >> >> You're welcome, >> >> CJB >> > > I think you may have to put the key in the run position or something, with the car engine off, of course. There's a proceedure in you owner's manual if you still have it. CJB >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 10) Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2006 11:51 am Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

CJB wrote: > "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > >> You are correct that the brake light don't work, where exactly is this >> switch located and how hard is it to replace? >> >> "CJB" wrote in message >> >>> "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message >>> >>>> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will >>>> start just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone >>>> have any suggestions on how to fix this? >>>> >>>> -- >>>> Larry D Gibbs >>>> gibbsld.RemoveThis@msn.com >>>> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >>>> >>>> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >>>> >>> Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, >>> because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get >>> it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the >>> car. >>> >>> You're welcome, >>> >>> CJB > > The replacement is surprisingly easy. The switch is up the brake pedal > shaft from the brake pedal. The harness unplugs and the switch is held in > place with a clip, if I remember correctly. > > You should probably check with your dealer about a free replacement. I know > that some models had a recall on the BOO Switch. My 2000 Taurus wagon did. > It ate BOO switches. > > Good luck, > > CJB > > Back up a minute. HE siad the brake light was out. If a brake light is out, it will have the same effect. its not necessarily the boo switch. At least thats how it is on my ford truck, when a brake light is out, it won't come out of park. >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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(Msg. 11) Posted: Tue Oct 10, 2006 4:53 pm Post subject: Re: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Park position [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)

Good, they're giving you the new switch. The wiring was part of the problem, iirc, so you will want to fix the whole pigtail. You really should ask the dealer if you're covered under the recall. You can also contact Ford to find out. CJB "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message > Thanks for all the help, I got the switch off and noticed one of the wires > was burnt/corroded so I will need to replaced the plug to the switch. The > fuses were not burned out. I was able to get the lever into the neutral > position and will try to replaced the switch myself, it looks like a > simple repair the only problem I see is replacing the plug because it > looks like I will need to splice the wires into the new plug. I will go to > the ford dealership tomorrow for the plug and switch. I went to Shucks > they had the switch but not the plug. > > "CJB" wrote in message > >> >> "Larry D Gibbs" wrote in message >> >>> My wife parked her 1997 Mustang last night and this morning it will >>> start just fine but the shifter is stuck in the park position. Anyone >>> have any suggestions on how to fix this? >>> >>> -- >>> Larry D Gibbs >>> gibbsld.TakeThisOut@msn.com >>> WWW.LarryGibbs.com >>> >>> Only left handed people are in their right mind. >>> >> >> Yep. Your brake on/of (BOO) switch is bad. It needs replaced asap, >> because more than likely the brake lights aren't working either. To get >> it in gear, shut the car off. Put the shifter in neutral, then start the >> car. >> >> You're welcome, >> >> CJB >> > > >> Stay informed about: 1997 Ford Mustang cannot move automatic shifter out of Par..

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