Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2003)
Shift Interlock Solenoid: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Some 2002-2005 Explorer 4 Dr/Mountaineer vehicles may require a greater effort to move the gear selector lever from drive to park. This may
be due to a time delay with the brake shift interlock pin retraction.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the 2 fasteners supporting the instrument panel knee bolster from below the steering column and remove the cover.
3. Remove the 3 fasteners supporting the steering column lower shroud and remove the cover.