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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012E 350 V8-5.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT INTERLOCKSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford E 350 V8-5.4L
Shift Interlock: Service and Repair
2012 Ford E 350 V8-5.4LSECTION Service and Repair
Brake Shift Interlock Actuator
1. NOTE: On vehicles equipped with an auxiliary battery, both the negative and positive battery cables must be disconnected.
Disconnect the battery.
2. Remove the 2 screws and Data Link Connector (DLC).
3. Pull to release the retaining clips and remove the steering column opening lower finish panel.
4. Disconnect the Brake Shift Interlock Actuator (BSIA) solenoid connector.
5. Remove the 4 steering column-to-cross car beam nuts and lower the steering column.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
6. Remove the bolts and the BSIA (Brake Shift Interlock Actuator) solenoid.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
8. Make sure the selector lever cable is correctly adjusted. For additional information, refer to Selector Lever Cable Adjustment Adjustments. Test the BSIA (Brake Shift Interlock Actuator) for normal operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.