Section 11-05: Steering Column Switches | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty, F-Super Duty Motorhome and Bronco Workshop Manual |
The switch prevents moving the shift lever out of PARK position unless brake pedal is depressed.
The brake-shift interlock system consists of an electrical solenoid mounted at the base of the steering column. If the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582) is in the RUN position, the solenoid runs continually unless the brake is depressed.
| Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Position | Ignition Interlock Shift Lever and Steering Wheel | Brake-Shift Interlock Status |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory | Locked | Shift Unlocked — No Power to Solenoid |
| Locked | Locked | Shift Unlocked — No Power to Solenoid |
| Off | Unlocked | Shift Unlocked — No Power to Solenoid |
| Run | Unlocked | Shift Locked (Unless Brake Pedal Is Depressed) — Power to Solenoid |
If the brake circuit fuse is blown or the solenoid has shorted internally, the vehicle will not shift from the park position even if the ignition is on and brake pedal is depressed. The interlock can be temporarily overridden by the following procedure:
Apply parking brake.
Remove the ignition key.
Insert the ignition key and rotate one position clockwise (ignition off).
Shift the selector lever to neutral.
NOTE: If the vehicle is shifted into park, the above procedure must be repeated.
Start the vehicle.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14A320 | Headlamp Dimmer Switch Jumper Wiring |
| 2 | 3514 | Steering Column |
| 3 | 13K359 | Multi-Function Switch |
| 4 | 390345-S36 | Screw |
| 5 | — | Captive Bolt (Part of 14A200) |
| 6 | 11572 | To Ignition Switch |
| 7 | 14A200 | Wiring to Ignition System |
| A | — | Tighten to 2-3 Nm (18-27 Lb-In) |
| B | — | Tighten to 6-8 Nm (53-71 Lb-In) |