Various Ford Vehicles: Transmission Shift Linkage Bushing Replacement

[@FordTechMakuloco]

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[@ahabbinkins2683]

Is there a way to contact you I would love to have you work on my truck

[@alexisdiane97]

What was the yellow piece called?

[@johndoe5162]

Man you're loco LOL

[@abyssiniahenry128]

"So you can repair your Ford...yourself", music to my ears. Bless you for sharing the wealth. Paying it forward.

[@whiteyfisk9769]

Thats just not possible lol. Ford does everything possible to keep that from happening.

[@satakyn]

My shift cable replacement was estimated at around $450ish so definitely happy there's help like this out there. Thanks for the video!

[@thegalaxy7864]

Brian, can't thank you enough! Whenever something comes up on my 2008 King Ranch, I immediately come to this site for answers. And you always have the perfect "fix it right" video. In this case, the bushing on the shift arm disintegrated-and the cable separated from the shift-arm. Did as you suggested and "Dorman kit" to the rescue (didn't even know this kit existed). After watching this video, I figured why not check the bushing on the transmission link as well. So I did-and found the internal busing was completely missing! Turned out the only thing holding the cable was that flimsy locking tab. In about 3 minutes, used the remaining Dorman pieces to repair what could have become a serious "no shift" transmission issue. You're a lifesaver, Brian, just wanted you to know how important your work is... not only for saving us DIYers money, but also saving lives!

[@EnthusiastsGarage]

This channel is a great resource for Ford owners.

[@stephenmoxley3004]

Great video, Brian. I know you're all about O.E. parts, but offering a low-cost solution for a common problem is just good business! Keep up the great work.

[@COToolbox]

Thank you for doing this video. It helped me figure out why I couldn’t shift out of park! The bushing had broken, fallen out and the shift linkage was completely off the stud! Found the Dorman kit at O’Reilly and installed. You’re the bomb bro!

[@ShawnGTLGMusic]

So that’s probably what’s wrong with mines as well.

[@randallmunson9909]

Dorman's been saving folks money with there "Fix It" line for years !

[@xoxo2008oxox]

LOL..never thought I'd hear Brian recommend, Dorman!

[@Cruiser2B]

Just completed this exact repair with exact parts on my 2006 F150. Replaced bushing on the cable at my console shifter...clear one goes console shifter end of cable!!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yup and on the trans side on certain years.

[@Jsuarez6]

Me too! Changed it a few years ago. I got in my 2006 F150 truck, and the shifter was loose. Moved it front and back, but it wouldn't shift into anything. I thought, Oh crap my transmission is done! Then I popped open the console and saw that the bushing had deteriorated. I held together the cable and connector with my hand so I could shift the truck and went to O'Reilly Auto. Got the part and a small c-clamp to push the bushing in. Done and done. A repair shop would have wanted to change out the entire cable and charge a lot. Saved money.

[@acemoto2319]

@@Jsuarez6 Great info, I'm trying to change plastic bushing on 2000 Ford E350; but couldn't pop plastic bushing on small tiny metal transmission cable nub. I was wondering how to pop it on since squeezing with fingers is rather difficult. Small C-Clamp is great idea.

[@miketeeveedub5779]

I hate to admit it, but I bought Dorman Ford fuel line retainer clips when I replaced the fuel pump in my car to resolve a P0171/P0174 lean code on my Ford Five Hundred. Say what you will about Dorman; sometime they're the the only choice if you don't want to donate to the Ford Dealership college fund.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

The Help products is one thing Dorman does well

[@acemobile9806]

I stock a few of these on my service truck for U-Haul calls. The customers always think I performed a magic trick when I can get them rolling again so quickly. As always great job Brian! 🥇🍻

[@TribullsEnglishBulldogs]

I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you!

[@joe77992]

Thanks for the close up video...Just changed mine out after weeks of sitting in the driveway!

[@JonSolod]

Thank you so much… trying to solve this problem for hours. Just watched your video and one quick pit stop with $500 extra in my pocket!

[@fredsalter1915]

Dorman.... we hate them, but you gotta love 'em!

[@TimMcArdle]

While your on the trans linkage, I've ran into a couple trucks with a stiff shifter symptom and found the neutral safety switch had rust build up in it on the shift shaft causing it to bind hard. Sometimes your able to get it off and clean up the shaft and all good. Sometimes it's so tight you break the switch and have to replace it. I'm sure you've seen this before. Just my little tip while talking about shifters. Thanks for all you do!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

On E40D and 4R100 models.

[@acemoto2319]

Hi may I ask if the neutral safety switch is located underneath vehicle or under dashboard near the steering column? I have a 2000 Ford E350 van. Thanks and God Bless

[@patrickm6000]

My 2015 escape se just had that bushing fail yesterday. Someone posted the Ford part number of dg9z7k340a for a replacement bushing. I called the local dealer and of course they want to sell me a cable. I gave them that part number and they have one in stock for 1.53 so in going to try it later today. I lo e your videos man. Saves us a ton of cash.

[@rickking3173]

thanks, just fixed a 2014 escape with your part number

[@patrickm6000]

@@rickking3173 glad it helped. It's been fine on our escape for months now.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Dorman, where the packaging is better than the part inside.

[@ozzstars_cars]

@@Garth2011 how about the junk Dorman sells that doesn't even fit in the first place nevermind the lack of quality materials. It's like shooting blind folded, everyone gets lucky now and then and hits the target.

[@BigBoyNowYT]

@@toddbob55 yes if you would like to spend twice the price for the same junk. OEM means nothing these days. Stuff is hot garbage off the line.

[@frank8534]

Lmao no kidding

[@AKJeeper]

Dorman is the company that all of us in the auto repair business love to hate. They have so many great ideas, some of their designs can be better than OE, but the big letdown is in the QC department. At the end of the day, most of their parts are substandard Chinese-made parts. I've installed many of these bushing kits on customer rigs, and have never had the supplied center piece actually fit properly...I've always resorted to using the OE part just like Brian shows in this video. I will not put any Dorman parts on a customer vehicle unless it's something cheap and easily fixed like this shifter bushing. I've been burned way too many times in the last 20+ years to use anything more major than simple fasteners from Dorman.

[@williamvaughan1218]

@@Garth2011 ha not the regulators I used from them unless they have redesigned them recently. Never ever use any gaskets or seals from them it's a guaranteed comeback aside from some unique products fix it right the first time using quality ford motorcraft parts.

[@jalanis3951]

You just made my day! Here I thought the freeze cause damage to may transmission this morning. 🙏🏼✅️🤝🏽💯

[@jerryhammack1318]

Thanks for the tip on a recent royal pain! Back on the road again! God bless you and thank you again!

[@SubversionGarage]

This channel is a godsend

[@kd7cwg]

Olds silhouette minivan. I had the one fail at the trans, and this kit fixed it. Spent a day getting in and out manually shifting from p-r-d lol

[@acemoto2319]

Wasn't it difficult and dangerous to get underneath van to shift transmission? God bless

[@kd7cwg]

@@acemoto2319 wrong wheel drive. Could access linkage from the engine bay.

[@acemoto2319]

@@kd7cwg ok thanks 🙏 yes my Ford E350 has rear wheel drive so shift link is underneath. Continued blessings 🙏🌞

[@marcsongaudin8429]

Thanks a lot buddy. I was stranded at Walmart just for piece.

[@andrewp8491]

Thank you! I am a subscriber & your channel has been a financial blessing to me and my owned since new 2007 F150 Lariat 4x4 short box. Will be tackling the driveline lash soon. Hoping it is simply the spline lube issue on my one piece drive shaft. Thanks again!

[@MarioDallaRiva]

Dorman! Makes me think of Seinfeld when he encounters Newman!

[@billrimmer5596]

Dorman has a lot of good stuff. I used that to fix a Saturn shift cable. A Ford intake manifold also. Window regulators all the time. When they’re good there good. And when they’re bad, they’re bad.

[@abyssiniahenry128]

I currently own 5 Fords from '04-'16. I'm becoming a pro at window regulator replacements.

[@abyssiniahenry128]

@@Garth2011 I use Dorman but usually just replace it all while I'm in there. All four on my 04 F150 have been redone. Driver's side rear was replaced with OEM because I was out of town and rain was imminent. Shop would only replace with OEM. $$$😐 Pained me. But usually the cable snaps loose and then snaggles all up inside there.

[@abyssiniahenry128]

@@Garth2011 Agreed. I don't think my cables broke as the initial issue but more of what you described then just got all tangled up when there was no longer tension. My Fusions also had issues. And it's not like we use the windows excessively.

[@NY411Info]

@@abyssiniahenry128 I got an idea. Manufacturers shouldn't fix what wasn't broken ! Go back to the metal gear type regulators and all will be fixed. Cables are garbage and stretch, its not if , but when.

[@daemionsmith5554]

I’ve got a odd Situation on my hands I’ve replaced my window motor now and it’ll only go down same problem i had in the first place lol

[@ethandfortune]

Great repair vs replacing entire cable. Much appreciated for the video brotha.

[@michaelmurray121]

Happy belated Father’s Day Brian....

[@TJfromAZ]

Love your tips! Have already helped me out twice with other issues.

[@hhjhj393]

People talk shit about Dorman but they are the only company I can find that actually sells parts.... Also everything I have gotten from Dorman works. Sooooo. Idk. I would love to buy Ford parts IF THEY SOLD THEM!!! Ford doesn't want me repairing my old F150....

[@IHaveArrived]

I replaced the bushing on my new body style 2004 f150 a couple weeks ago after it rotted away, but used Dorman part number 14041. It also is a pack of various size bushings. The end of my shift cable looked different than the one shown here.

[@Ablecore]

Made a plastic connector for my 94 explorer steering shaft shifter linkage to shifter cable Some tin foil to cover the ball to keep it movable A boot lace covered in jbweld Tied and wrapped around the tin foil globe and to the shifter cable. Let it sit over night it worked well for ten years until I junked them (2)

[@acemoto2319]

Interesting info; May I ask how aluminum foil didn't "shred" because it's rather thin. Also is a boot lace made of shoe laces? I'm trying to imagine how JBweld and laces are constructed. Thanks and God bless

[@Ablecore]

@@acemoto2319 Yep the tin foil only keeps the jb weld from sticking to the round selector globe Yes any lace will do just coat it well with j b weld

[@acemoto2319]

@@Ablecore thank you for interesting way to fix transmission shift linkage 👍 aluminum foil, boot laces and JB weld... survival mode thinking 🤔 👍 continued success & blessings 🙏🌞

[@Ablecore]

@@acemoto2319 your quite welcome. I was stranded 10 miles from home and first used zip ties to get me home. Took a day or so to think of a $6 fix to a $0.30 plastic cup failure. I’m happy to help others unable to access a quick replacement part. I did this on my two explorer’s and got 300k miles out of each. God bless

[@wander_r]

Hope you're safe and weren't anywhere near the tornado.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

They hopped over us.

[@rileypup9084]

Clear bushing worked on my Fusion.

[@markallen8757]

Manual or automatic?

[@memocortez]

Took 4 minutes. Thanks

[@3613jeremy]

Make sure you use this kit a guy on KZbin has a video doing the center console bushing and he's using the clutch linkage bushings and using a drill to make them fit

[@SudburyMan]

Sees this video after having a custom made piece so I wouldn't need to replace the entire shift cable! 😂

[@miamylife]

You just saved me $300 🤝 thanks and god bless u

[@ItsMeJbird]

The CLEAR one works good for the inside Shifter.

[@jerrywilderman1569]

Makes you wish this guy lived next door.

[@uhill74]

Apparently this is the hardest repair on earth for my mechanic who has had my car for 3 weeks …/venting

[@tkmair6559]

The clear ones are for the inside cabin shifter linkage. I just bought that part and fixed my F150 which was stuck in reverse with totally slopped hand shifter. The original bushing was non existant. I'm watching this because at this point the one downstairs can't be too much better.

[@Whatdahwhere]

Greetings fordmakuloco I need shifter controller cable assembly for manual transmission replaced or repaired for a 2001 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 . Would you be aware of any resources that I could use to obtain or repair this component ? Your channel has been a very useful for me. Keep up the good work . Thank you in advance

[@oldguy2082]

The help! line of Dorman are only items I would buy from them. Their replacement parts, like rebuilt/remanufactured parts from Cardone, well..... that's another story....

[@EM1statuz]

question 5.4 are we suppouse to drive with over drive on or off thanks minee is always on thanks ??

[@toddwrenn7741]

This is really timely, as I’m getting ready to replace my neutral safety switch on my 2008 King Ranch. It won’t start (it has remote start and when I try, the horn beeps indicating there is a condition that will not allow it to start)

[@PhillyDee215]

Hey u loose some and u win some with Dorman😏

[@dr.auggie1109]

I used this kit for a 2008 mazda tribute the gear shifter bushing broke and this saved my costumer from paying 230$ on a new shift cable

[@bagongpinoy]

HI, what do you call that ball where the shifter cable snaps on to? 0:56 or where your fried the snap cable from?

[@whpony96]

WOW Brian, I can't believe you are endorsing a Dorman part! I avoid that company like the plague! I just wish Ford made the same part instead of forcing you to buy the entire cable.

[@whpony96]

Oh and that stone hanging out of the heatshield drain hole is really messing with my OCD.....

[@FordTechMakuloco]

I fixated on it also.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

I'm not endorsing Dorman, just saying they make fixing parts for the linkage since individual parts are not available separately.

[@stevengrappy8664]

Thank you Brian, that's good to know that kit is now available. Where are you located, if somewhat close I would like to have you do some work on my ford. Thank you.

[@marcojimenez9068]

Thank you for the class

[@flowersfam3462]

Have you ever replaced the third brake light above the back door hatch on a 2000 Ford expedition 4.6L v8 triton xlt? I was told it needs to be sauntered since it's not the kind that clips in, but I needed step by step process to do this myself. Can you help? Do you have a video on doing this on a 2000 ford expedition 4.6L V8 Triton XLT?😊

[@robertleyva2633]

Have 05 mustang v6 hard to fuel , would like to know why people say replace tank but what is wrong , like your information videos thank you

[@edwinmcnew4389]

Good information! Thank you!

[@nekiolane3824]

1. I think my truck is in reverse from when my bushing broke because it continued to go in reverse when I put it in drive 2. Will I manually put my truck in neutral or park when I fit bushings and reattach the cable 3. Will I have to do anything to the drive shaft as you did in the first part of this video Thanks for your help!

[@israelruiz8731]

wha was your fix?? i have a similar deal. mine says its in park on console but its in reverse on dash and it is in reverse.

[@normanc5371]

Today in my 2013 F150 coming out of park and into reverse was fine but going down to drive was hard on the shifter. I put it in park and then in drive a few times and heard something break in the shifter. Took the shifter off and found a broken piece of plastic inside. Getting a new one tomorrow but hope it's not the shifter on the transmission as well. Is it not a bad idea to go ahead and change that while I'm at it?

[@emaded1]

Thank you you saved my a$$

[@lashlarue7924]

Love your videos!!! ❤️

[@mikeaho4143]

Nice tip thanks Brian.

[@rikki2917]

I’ve got a ford and my shifter is loose, I looked at the shifter cable and it’s perfectly fine what do you recommend to have a look at next, thanks.

[@John-viheavyequipment]

are these the same bushing as the ones up by the shifter near the steering wheel, do they have the same problem

[@strokerace9175]

Got a laugh when you said dorman! Yes dorman! Lol!

[@hal8226]

Hey so is that first part you showed under the chassis the neutral safety switch?

[@amethyst3762]

What about for a late 70's fords I have the same problem, can you use those kits on older cars?

[@Bplays2u]

Do you think this kit would fit my 2020 Lincoln mkz

[@boaterbil]

I used it! works great

[@anythinganytimealways]

Justin wondering what the symptom was that this was the solution. Currently working on an 02 f350. Replaced steering column because something broke and there was a disconnect in the column between the tumbler and the ignition switch. Had to remove the ignition switch to manually start, and shut it off.. Now with junkyard column you have to yank it higher into park to be able to start it and yank it to be able to get the key out when shutting it off. Are these bushings the problem? Are the bushings on the column for the shift lever the problem?

[@alb12345672]

There was a TSB like that in the 90s... It was the kickdown for the AOD transmissions - if you neglected it would eventually destroy your transmission! Very similar part. They changed to a metal bushing and steel tension pin.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Oh yeah that was on the throttle body, I have a video on that too.

[@dhernandez-s4388]

@@FordTechMakuloco hey man are you going to sell your old F-150? I heard that on another video, thanks and have a good day

[@FordTechMakuloco]

It sold within hours.

[@johnnyv6332]

Would this cause the transmission to , not slip but not be in the right gear ?

[@Arcturian1111]

Is there a bushing for the part thats under the hood at the other end?

[@anntalbot1071]

Thanks

[@jimbob5773]

Brilliant 🌞

[@kimberleeburrell5202]

Love your videos! I was told I "stretched my linkage cable" when I had to forcefully yank the shifter out of park on a hill. My floor shifter now has to go past drive and back up to engage. I have a 2010 Explorer 4.0. I wanted to try this easy fix first but was told this won't fit my vehicle. Do you have any advice or another product recommendation?

[@christophertreglown7404]

I was wanting to ask your thoughts on the new Ford Maverick and the Hybrid power train in it

[@JenMarco]

I just got a recall notice from ford.

[@angelmedero885]

The ,clear pieces are for the inside where the shifter is. Mine broke and my shifter was lose moving freely from P all the way down to 2 gear.

[@bnelson313braveheart]

There shouldn’t be plastic parts in such a critical connection areas. The vehicle MFGs build’em cheap and stack’em deep.

[@acemoto2319]

Yes it's amazing how a small plastic part is supposed to last through all kinds of weather conditions; especially underneath vehicle. Seems like a design flaw to make it out of plastic and not stainless steel metal.

[@chabalichabali8714]

I have to replace mine every month i dont know whats wrong really

[@theezeelife292]

Unfortunately it doesn't fit my truck, but valuable info if I'm ever working on a newer model than mine

[@debfassbinder9283]

DOES THIS APPLY TO FORD ESCAPE TRANSMISSION LINKAGE CABLE REPAIR ALSO ?

[@NearlyNativeNursery]

Ford Tech is that the problem that happen to me today? My 2003 F-150 automatic transmission steering column gear shift stopped functioning fully this morning. It does registrar properly and I am only able get it in reverse and 2nd? Thanks. Jim

[@TheOneNotTheOnly]

Do you have any tips on tightening it even more? I looked into this because my truck was having issues with the sensor recognizing that it was in park or reverse. Like to start it I have to put it in neutral or push forward on the shifter. And the get the back up lights to come on I have to go pst reverse a little bit into park and then come back into R from the top. I did this and seem to still have that issue.

[@johntrosper22]

it looks like the repair you did was on a 2004 f150 is that correct? someone below commented that they used a different part # 14041 just trying to figure out what part to buy for my 2004 f150

[@boryyork9430]

I made that to my chevy Malibu a year ago and still working, I would like to tell you if you can made a video showing how to make the transmission oil flush for Ford expedition 2003 ,

[@roberthickoxjr]

Thank you

[@marcoortega40]

Do you have any videos about PO715 code on a 2015 ford f150 ecoboost?

[@michaelkitchen950]

Unbolt the 2 10's that hold the cable instead of risking the shifter cable bushing

[@williamvaughan1218]

No way I pop those off all the time. Time saved is money made honestly I have never broken one yet but everything ages.

[@Realfox37]

Does that work for 2005 to 2010 ford mustang too?

[@parademan1]

Would this cause misaligned gear indicator on a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4x4 automatic with 4.0 liter engine. Looking for PDF repair instructions

[@yessigonzalez8187]

Hey what's your opinion on cold air intakes ? Thinking about installing one on my 04 f150

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Bad idea!

[@handysenatus8234]

Hey, with my Ford Fusion 2017, my rotary dialed is stuck and the flashing light is on P. There is a message saying “shift service required”. Do you think that if I replace the selector cable completely will fix this problem?

[@krisroops1035]

is it same for ford rangers?

[@williambendell1582]

Great Job, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@compassadventures6021]

How do u take the orange bushing of please

[@Bladerunner55217]

When towing does the broken transmission linkage bushing really become noticeable like no power going uphill and over heating?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

no unless you are in a different gear than you should be.

[@thomasrossi31]

Awesome!

[@justforkiks29]

Will there be a video for the pinion seal job?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

I already have one on the channel

[@flowersfam3462]

Trying to find out if you or anyone has replaced the part that is used to crank down the spare tire. I don't know what the metal tube part is called that the long tire rod goes into that helps to crank down the spare tire on a 2000 ford expedition 4.6L V8 Triton XLT. I'm tired of having my spare tire in the third row seat. Hopefully there's a video!😊