F-150 stuck in park permanent fix

08 f150 center console shifter stuck in park permanent repair

[@trickee4262]

my main issue on this assembly - the rocker piece (yellow) was getting stuck on the other side of the circuit board. Filled the gap with some gorilla tape so it could still rock and not get caught. Fixed! Your disassembling definitely helped the process go a lot smoother.

[@UrbanFarm210]

Thank you so much for making this video! My 05 King Ranch f-150 has been getting stuck in park off and on for about a month, but got really bad this week. I followed your instructions (took about 10 mins to complete) and also cleaned out the inside of the housing and the slider in the shifter to remove all the build up. Once assembled it was still getting stuck, I held the shift button tightly and pushed the mechanical release (causing the parts inside to rub each other) about 5 times and it started working like new! After that I learned the reason this goes bad is from pulling the shift button in before pressing the brake... youll jam up the plunger and eventually it wont release when you try to press the shift button

[@Brainstangs]

glad it helped!

[@andrewwerner4156]

Comical and informative all at the same time. Thank you so much for making this video. It really helps a lot to know what you're heading into before you head into it.

[@jameskaywell459]

I followed your video to get to the actuator assembly and tried your mechanical fix but it did not solve the problem. Since the mechanics worked and were supposed to enable the electronics to do its job and the shifter was still stuck, I deduced the problem may be in the shift actuator circuit board. I removed it and looked it over front and back carefully. On the back of the circuit board I found a small round brown spot that joined two of the parallel printed circuits that looked like a burn spot. I took a box cutter and used the razor to scrap off the brown spot burn as carefully as I could with the help of a magnifying glass. I reassembled the actuator shift assembly and reinstalled it back into the console. Voila! The shift actuator now works perfectly and I saved myself having to buy a new one that costs approximately $200. Thanks for a great video that allowed me to get to the heart of the problem and find a solution. I hope my experience helps someone else.

[@Brainstangs]

glad i could help

[@demixy23]

DUDE !!! I FUCKING LOVE YOU!!!! I just did the same exact thing on my 2012 Raptor SVT that you commented and fu k it worked!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[@robertdahl8779]

Thank you for the informative video. I live in Australia with an imported F150 Saleen. My shift stuck and I thought here we go......parts from the USA three weeks etc etc. I went to youTube and there you were. I followed your steps and the shift is working like a dream. If your in Australia, let me know, I owe you a beer mate. Cheers Robert

[@tcudahey9550]

Thank you for taking the time to show us how you repaired the switch.

[@lisaa.powell3634]

The white actuator gets stuck between the PCB and case. I had that problem, best to use dry lube on actuator for no dust collection. Case made of thin plastic where actuator rotates. I also hade a hairline fracture on a soldering joint coming off the coil. That kept console shifter light from working as well as not being able to shift out of park. Resoldered joint everything's working....for now. It is a FORD and yes I love my truck. Thanks for taking time to make this video.

[@MrTimdcarroll]

Now ... to the store to get some dry graphite and then I’m tearing apart the mechanism (pursuant to your instructions) on my 2005 Supercrew Cab ... Thanks dude ... best solution I’ve found so far! By the way ... I called Ford Parts and they quoted $276 for the part ... insane price!

[@Craig_C-8078]

I just fixed my shifter !!! It just needed Lube as described! If I wouldnt have known any better from this video I would have bought a whole new shifter $$. Cheap fix with a can of dry lubricant. Thanks!

[@rap31264]

What part of that white part did you lube?

[@GravitarScrap]

Thank you for this video, my truck had been doing this for about 6 months and I finally had enough. My problem wasn’t solved by the grease, but by spinning the solenoid board 360 to untangle the wires and now it works flawlessly. I still replaced the old grease but I’m so thankful you explained how this system actually works.

[@Brainstangs]

Glad it helped

[@markferreira2637]

Thank you! Your video fixed my problem with my 2006 f1504x4.

[@KentoC58]

Thanks for 'splainin' it. I'll attempt to fix mine sometime in the near future.

[@robwardrop3948]

Great information. Thanks for taking time to post.

[@johnscialdo5849]

Camera work sucks, but only when you are one handed, which is impressive. This video is perfect if you have this issue, like I did. Thank you, Sir!

[@Brainstangs]

yes it does suck. been my defining feature.

[@GeorgeAmodei21]

Thank You for making this Video... I been lazy yet too busy to fix this. I'm ready now! :)

[@Brainstangs]

Glad I could help!

[@thezod2307]

I literally just had this happen randomly in the middle of winter, lol. Luckily it still seems to work after messing with it but im guessing ill have to do this fix.

[@mikewyckoff7940]

The video production is of little value compared to the fabulous demonstration of what is actually happening when the gear shift is squeezed, break is pressed and the point the solenoid should activate. I know now beyond a reasonable doubt this is the exact problem II have. Will be watching yours over and taking it step by step to get some lubrication on that plastic piece that gets jammed. I'm thinking a little dry graphite is going to totally fix this problem.

[@richardolalia5990]

Thanks man. Will hit mine with some grease and hope it works..

[@joshuachikumbindi3795]

Thank you brother,you made every effort to help us thank you!

[@johnfcomeau5011]

Thanks, I'll help my brother fix his now.

[@marionbogue4590]

Perfect video, thanks

[@brittanydowney9635]

Just did this. Haven't cranked it to try, but it wouldn't move at all unless I kept the housing unscrewed a little bit. Is that ok? .....

[@osielcarizales3479]

Thanks for the video

[@cxp8619]

I have this issue and need to address it, but before taking everything apart just curious if you think i could get some lubricant to the area using a wd-40 can and straw without having to disassemble more than just the cup holder tray. The sight of that spring flying away causes me pause as I know mine will surely find the nearest drain or area I can't reach it. By the way awesome video thanks for your help!

[@Brainstangs]

you might give it a try. no harm in this.

[@dzfromdetroit2840]

Did this work for you?

[@dzfromdetroit2840]

I literally taped the white button down.. been working amazing.

[@mechas4294]

Thank you!

[@Danielle-rp5ko]

What if the plunger is not moving when pressing the break but I hear the click when i press the switch with my finger.

[@tomskeen6405]

Could you leave that plastic piece out? Is it necessary to the function??

[@bobzak9508]

I see this is a old post and my shifter is stuck in park. Did the lube work for u to this day, just curious 🤔...tks

[@kevinwilks9403]

Thank you

[@kellycarmouche7452]

Thanks!

[@adanramirez9435]

Thanks Boss.

[@angeldeleon7076]

What is the actual name of the parts to order to replace. Second time this is happening ...dealer charged $1100 to repair.

[@goodgollyjosh]

Then you need to sue them. I have worked as a dealer tech. Book time and parts don't add up anywhere near $1100.

[@231cummins9]

Good video that was helpful

[@Brainstangs]

Glad it helped

[@timstringer9873]

I am now drunk trying to watch this video.

[@ElCarnal_Blacky]

Hello I have that problem but it work If I push it manually on the white button, what does that mean? Is the shifter fucked up? Thanks, I appreciate the help, good video

[@ismaeltorres6198]

Thank you thank you thank you uuuu

[@rjsd7]

Is this fix still working? How long did it last?

[@Brainstangs]

no problems at all. Still working

[@kevincannava3088]

What did you use for lube??

[@Matt-bp2zu]

I think the recommended is K-Y jelly, just ask your Auto parts guy he'll let you know if they have any in stock, it's pretty popular.

[@Dylanschaos]

I tried this, but it didn't solve my issue. When I press the brake, nothing happens.

[@goodgollyjosh]

Check your brake switch at the pedal.

[@omareastwood1162]

WTF MESS is this?

[@jeffcreighton6275]

I tried this solution, and unfortunately it did not work.

[@vvvdog200]

TRUMP 2020

[@Brainstangs]

rock on brother