How to Fix a Loose Column Shifter
Fix a loose column shifter on ford vehicles. This video will show you how to fix your loose column shifter for an automatic car, specifically a Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, or Mercury. A loose shifter can prevent your car from starting because you cant get into Park or Neutral. It can also leave you stranded by not allowing you to get into Reverse or Drive. I will show you how to identify the problem, tighten the bolts and prevent the problem from occurring again in the future.
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It's 9 degrees outside and there's a foot of snow coming. Without the plow on my truck, we would be stranded in our home. But the shifter has been loose, getting looser, and has started making funny pinging sounds while shifting. I shift constantly while plowing: driver, reverse, drive, reverse, drive, reverse. I've been genuinely worried my truck would end up breaking down in the middle of the driveway. THIS VIDEO SAVED MY SKIN! Found the screws, they were the problem. Tightened them up, and now I'm ready for winter. THANK YOU.
I’ve literally had this issue for at least 5 years and just chalked it up to it going bad. Just recently when I put it in “park”, it would roll back as if it wasn’t. Taking my daughter to and from school and everything in between , I was worried my truck was dying. This took me 5 minutes and now I don’t have to worry we’ll get into an accident. Thank you so much and keep up the good work.
Just saved us $400+ at the mechanic shop! No joke called around to 7 different shops and $400 was the cheapest place! I don't know if you'll see this but thank you so much for making this video!
You saved my grandma's car with this! 15 minute tightening job and you spared us a nightmare day tomorrow, thank you! 🎉❤
Saved my ass 9 years later. It was particularly helpful to advise moving the shifter to find the associated parts under the column. Thanks dude, you've got some good energy coming back to you.
This literally fixed 90% of the problem. I was told by a mechanic that the cables needed changing and it could be even more complicated than that once he dove into it, then I watched this video and it was spot on! Thanks for this!! Something else informative was a video on how to line up the shifter indicator in the dash with the appropriate gears (P RND21)… I found another video on that because little red indicator wasn’t aligning properly, and it was also spot on! Thank g-d for videos and people like you!! The mechanic would have ripped me off. Looks like I need to find a new mechanic! 😂
This is a very helpful video. My shifter has been loose for some time and I thought it would be a big ticket item to fix and held off bringing it to a repair shop. A screw fell off under the dash and I had no idea where that came from. It wasn't until I can't put it in park anymore, I thought to check out youtube before going to the shop and saw your video and this was exactly the same problem I had with my 94' Nissan Quest. I followed your video to the T and it took me 15 mins to fix the shifter. Thanks a whole bunch. You saved me a lot of stress and anxiety of driving my car. You Rock!
This was probably the most helpful video I’ve ever found definitely works and would definitely recommend for anyone with 97-03 f150
@2_buckets128
2 жыл бұрын
I was about to ask if it worked on an 03 f150 lol
@obscuremusicful
2 жыл бұрын
I drive a '95, and it works on those too.
Thanks!!!! did it in about 10 min and saved $85.00, that's what mechanic want for just labor
@chrisfix
8 жыл бұрын
+craig Nicholson Awesome!!!!
This was the only video I watched. The video was dead on. Time to fix. Ten minutes. That was priceless. Two thumbs up :).
@chrisfix
9 жыл бұрын
Hank Hamilton Awesome! Glad the video was helpful!
@Amo088
7 жыл бұрын
what he said
@robertbeckom1962
5 жыл бұрын
I agree with Hank. A bit hard to get to, but my shifter is back to normal.....Thanks!
@snowball7829
5 жыл бұрын
you can only give one thumbs up
@nickolaselm1596
5 жыл бұрын
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Hi Chris I'm a Ford trained mechanic from England. Actually I'm retired now and living in Canada. I just want to thank you for this quick fix. I have a 1998 Explorer and baby it too much. I was experiencing the shifter problem you cover in your video. I was about to go out and buy a neutral safety switch as there was an intermittent no start issue in Park: my diagnostic skills are failing!! After watching the video it literally took me 10 minutes to tighten the torx bolts. The shifter feels like a new car shifter and no starting issues. Great Channel young man. Thank You.
This video saved my son's bacon today. He bought the truck after it had been pretty used up and the shifter was always sloppy. This morning, he couldn't get it in drive without a lot of pounding and swearing. He found your video and he followed your lead and now his Ford Ranger shifts like a boss. One bolt had come completely out of the assembly and was on the floor board. He said to say "Thank You"! Well done.
This was exactly what was wrong with my 1999 F150. It also affects starting because the shifter has to be in Park to activate the start switch. Fixed it 10 minutes. Thank you for this video.
@kikibarrios1231
2 жыл бұрын
Or it can be in neutral to start too.
@Pew694
2 жыл бұрын
So did you do exactly what he did and it worked? Cus i think my shifter won’t active start switch.
@Pew694
2 жыл бұрын
@@kikibarrios1231 I put it in every gear and it still won’t work. Park reverse neutral and drive, and still nothing. Earlier every time I touch the shifter all my lights would turn off or flicker
I like that you got straight to the point and didn’t do a long monologue or a selfie shot. Great video.
OMG, Thank you a million times over for creating this video! My Husband is working nights and last night my Son and I had to have our car (Ford Taurus) towed to our house because it wouldn't shift. So upon watching you're video just now I went out to my car, got out my tools and the inside of the car the bolts were tight. I looked under the hood like you showed and sure enough the bolt broke and needs to be replaced but I was able to slide it back in for now, slide it into park and sure enough my car started and shifted gears perfectly. So now I need to go to the parts store to replace that bolt. You are a rock star, once again THANK YOU!!!!
I just bought a used F-150. This is a huge problem for me and I thought I'd have to replace the assembly. You saved me a huge amount of time. Also the odometer doesn't work, which you fixed in another video with a Mustang. Right now you are a hero. Thank you so much!
This was exactly my problem on a 2001 Ford F-150! I thought I was going to have to have some transmission work done and then I found this post...I didn’t even finish watching the video...went right outside and within 5 minutes it was fixed! Thank you thank you!
@chrisfix
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!!
Thanks so much for taking the time to show those who are not yet familiar with this issue how to fix it. You're a life saver man
Chris, this 9 yr old video just saved me. My truck was only going into Drive and Neutral. It was the bolts. In fact, one had fallen completely out. Thank you SO SO much!
Although this was 10 years ago I'm just now having the problem and as always after seeing a million videos that just show the piece and an explanation of where it is but no video, Chris Fix show exactly where and how to get to it and offers the best solutions.
Thanks, Chris - My 2004 F-250 that I've had for a few months now has had a loose column shifter since I bought it. I've watched your videos for a while, and I found this one and gave it a go. My shifter is much better now. Thank you, and please keep making your videos!
Chris- Thanks for this video and info on the loose column shifter issue in a Ford (Windstar). I've been trying to diagnose this issue for too long, having intermittent starting problems, and not being able to figure it out. I replaced the battery, cleaned the cables, replaced the starter and the neutral safety switch, and still had starting problems, plus the transmission not shifting into gears. Once I tightened these two bolts however, no more starting or shifting problems. Thanks for the great instructional video. All owners of older Fords need to know about these two problematic bolts.
Yes!!!! Thank you. I've been driving with this problem for months. My mechanic told me the same thing my doctor tells me about my 46yo body. "Look, it's an old truck...Just learn to live with it." Tonight when I put my truck in gear to back out, that very bolt in your video sprung out onto the floorboard. So I decided to look it up myself. Can't wait to fix it in the morning. Thanks again!!
This fixed my problem in a snap! My '95 E-350 wouldn't shift into park. After watching your video I discovered the bolt was on the floor underneath the dash! I screwed it back in and tightened up the 2nd bolt. Easy fix! Thanks a ton!
@devonsmith4493
Жыл бұрын
@Davey Carfax did you have to put it in neutral while retightening??
Just had a screw hit my foot and I'm pretty sure it's from the attachment you worked on. Saved me some work at the mechanic! Thanks!
As usual, this video was spot on and had me squared away in minutes. You're becoming my go-to channel for fixing the small annoying issues on my old Ford. Thanks man!
@chrisfix
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I am glad the videos are helpful!
I had one of those bolts fall between my feet while leaving for work yesterday. just got off and I had no idea how to fix this mess. if this is my problem I'm gonna be sooooo happy it wasn't a thousand dollar ordeal lol. thanks for all the videos you make bud, you've helped a lot of people out.
This is the genius of Chris Fix. My mechanic charged me $250 for a new shift column tube that did NOT fix the loose shifter on my 1997 Ford E150 van. The curious thing is I found that exact shift column screw lying on my driver's side floor mat and didn't know where it came from until I watched this Chris Fix video above. I then looked under the dash and sure enough the screw was completely missing from the column shifter. I confronted my mechanic with this video above and embarrassed the hell out of him. He had been in the business for 40 years and didn't know about this very common Ford shifter screw back out problem. He said he learned something and actually offered me a job. Thanks Chris Fix!!
Just did this on my 98 grand marquis and works PERFECTLY! Thank you so much for the video! In addition, a common issue for ford cars is the shifting tube bushings going bad. Just replaced those as well and my car now shifts perfectly! Loctite and bushings only cost $11!
Thank you for making this video. It helped with my 02 Toyota tundra and now the shifter works better then when I got it back from the mechanics that fixed a broken shifter sub assembly my truck. Keep up the good work.
best explained "how to fix video" I think I've ever seen. Tells and shows what the problem is and how to fix it.Shows where the location is and what tools to fix it with. Could not ask for anything more! Great job!!
You just saved me some money and a whole lotta embarrassment. I talked to a guy who gave this convoluted explanation as to what's going on and said he could fix it for $50. I JUST came in from spending all of 5 minutes in my 97 Lincoln Towncar fixing it myself, and all I needed was a damn Allen wrench. You sir, are incredible. Thanks for the tip!
Thank you so much! One of those screws came completely out and fell on the floor and I wondered where it came from. Could not put the vehicle in Park! Found your video and tightened up both screws. You saved me from some headaches.
@chrisfix
8 жыл бұрын
+Kevin Morris Boom! Glad the video was helpful!
@BeardfacePC
8 жыл бұрын
+ChrisFix SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME! THANKS!
@geremypartridge8486
5 жыл бұрын
Exact same issue.
@bryantsims1872
5 жыл бұрын
Just happened to me. What kinda of wrench do I need?
@melissacox8120
4 жыл бұрын
Same exact thing was wrong with mine currently waiting on my in laws to come watch my kids but this is awesome. Thank you so much for posting the video
Holy smokes. That was awesome. Thank you so much for taking your time to make and post this video. 15 seconds to fix an issue that nearly got our truck towed today. Cheers.
Chris fix, you're the man!! The fix was easy as you stated, thank you it was progressively getting worse parking was a nightmare repeatedly shifting back and forth to get it to go in park. With your fix parking normally is something I look forward to doing, outstanding! You're now my only choice for self fixes for my vehicle. It's 18 yrs. old not economical to take to a repair shop if I can fix. Peace!
Simply clicking "like" isn't sufficient. This video was excellent, precisely describing the problem, and potentially saved me a lot of money. I have "wrenched" for over 50 years and for me to say this, it had to be good.
@chrisfix
9 жыл бұрын
edgar spencer Thanks a lot! I am glad the video was helpful and I appreciate the feedback!
The shifter has been driving me crazy for almost a month. Last night it finally took a crap and wouldn't allow me to get in gear. Found this video and it worked perfectly! I thought I was gonna have to pay someone to fix it and prob cost a lot. Also have an issue with my ignition switch. Which just spins. I have to start the car using the lever under my dash board. Lol. I wish I could give this video a million thumbs up. Thanks for an awesome fix!
Its 2019 and I still have my 2000 Expedition. I lent my expi to a buddy of mine and he broke this nut. And I was able to fix this. Thanks a bunch.
@sixoh_diesel5662
5 жыл бұрын
This is one of the main reasons this guy has over 5 million viewers, thats better than CNN!
@trickyricky12147
Ай бұрын
@@sixoh_diesel5662I'm late on this, but yes!
Thank you Chris. This video solved my problems on my 1997 Ford Explorer 9 years after you posted this. It's amazing that Ford created such a wide spread problem like this. The trick for me was loosening one of the other screws first before screwing in the one that fell out. Also needed someone else to help put the shifter into park better while screwing it in. Easily saved me a tow to the repair shop which would probably cost 1k bucks for it all today.
I just watched this video, walked out to my truck (96 F-150), and within 2 minutes, fixed an issue I thought was going to lead to some serious money. Thanks a lot.
My friends 97 f150 does the same thing, I'm gonna show him this video.
@sabrioleson6008
6 жыл бұрын
Evan Mixon don't show him the video tell him you will fix his truck for 20$
@CheeZyNutZ
10 ай бұрын
@@sabrioleson6008scum
@trickyricky12147
Ай бұрын
@@sabrioleson6008Exactly😎
Most concise and best quality video on this topic by far. Easy to follow, I appreciate it.
2000 Lincoln Town Car, worked like a charm. A little more crawling and contorting, but it beats wrenching the shift lever back and forth trying to start the car at inopportune times. Good on you, brother!
when I pull off the under dash panel a hex head bolt fell down , I was like wow where did that come from. I was going under the dash thinking to see if I could adjust the shifter because it would not go into park. But nothing I did helped. Then I sat down and started watching some KZread videos about this problem and ran across this video and you probably saved me a couple hundred dollars taking it to a shop. Damn glad you posted this video, thanks bro 😎
The gear selector on my dream truck is loose! Need to fix it! (Click) Let's do it! (Clip activates) Hey guys ChrisFix here!
+Hudson Carter, Thanks a lot man! I love suggestions. I just finished filming the top 10 car cleaning mistakes and now its onto editing. This was a really tough video and now that I am editing, its getting tougher! So stay tuned for that by the end of the week! And thanks for the other suggestions! I will add it to the list of videos I need to make, which has become very very long! I see why they have production crews lol
@patrickcordery1635
10 жыл бұрын
You rock chris
@patrickcordery1635
8 жыл бұрын
That's how I fixed mine
@marybattle2738
7 жыл бұрын
+coloured
@Perreologia69
7 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix hey bro you save me with this video!!!
@jchapman8248
7 жыл бұрын
Hey ChrisFix, I've learned so much watching your videos. Could you please put a video on how to replace the Clock Spring Assy on a 1995 Ford Taurus GL? I watched your video on how to remove a steering wheel and you mentioned the CSA and so I'd like to see how to replace the CSA from start to finish. I need to replace mine. Thanks so much. Keep up the great work!!!
I was starting to get upset and stressed about finding a mechanic for tomorrow and then I found your video and it saved my life ! Thank you so much !!!
Dealership wanted to charge me $475 to repair my Ford e350 XLT Super Duty van. I fixed it using your video for the cost of the wrench set. Thanks so much Chris !!!
Hey Chris, I'll borrow you my 1/4 drive and extension next time one of these come along! Thanks for the great instructional vids!
He sounds so sad compared to now!
@fng9651
4 жыл бұрын
it was before the big bucks started rolling in
@erikhefflefinger9460
2 жыл бұрын
He sounds like a normal mechanic.
@Heavyhearted44
2 жыл бұрын
He doesn't have to show you how fix anything he does it because he good guy he losing money doing this video
@daltonpaulcreekmore4877
2 жыл бұрын
KZread schmoney📣
@barmeloxanthony6294
Жыл бұрын
Prolly sad cuz his car messing up 🤣🤣
Thank you. This was exactly what was wrong and so easy to fix. My 1997 F350 had gotten to the point that I couldn't shift or get it so that engine would crank over. After seeing the video, went to see if it was the same and found one of the bolts laying on the carpet. Had fallen out. Replaced, tightened, and saved a dealer repair. That has got to be at least $120 in the San Diego area. Thank you very much.
My 99 Grand Marquis shifter was about to come apart, you absolutely saved me. This fixed it like new. You are the Man!
ChrisFix You are awesome! Thanks for the videos. Watching your video on how to change drum brakes really helped me this morning. I've seen other videos on how to change them but they're not as thorough. You also did it with the tools that I have, other people use tools that I don't have at that moment. Thanks again, keep it up!!
@chrisfix
10 жыл бұрын
Great! Glad that my videos are helpful! I try to be thorough, concise, and make my videos so anyone can follow at home! Thanks for the feedback!
***** Yes I have heard of the natural gas derived synthetic oil. Neat stuff!
@trickyricky12147
Ай бұрын
Ooo I've never even heard of this oil.👀 Just when I thought I had every motor oil down. Lol.
Man...Thanks a ton!!! I had figured out that my truck was not in Park was the reason it would not start. I just didn't know why. I fixed it in 5 minutes using your instruction. I can't begin to thank you enough brother!!
Thank you for this... Been on a run of bad luck trying to get my E350 past safety check, and just when I fixed it all, my shifter stopped going into park. Was feeling hopeless until I watched this & tried it. Now she shifts like brand new, I can't thank you enough.
@chrisfix
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad she's shifting well again! Thanks a lot!
Thank you for the clear directions that were simple. Now the trick is finding it myself or finding someone to help. Also my Chevy cavalier isnt getting gas even after putting a fuel filter on it. Any suggestions?
@chrisfix
6 жыл бұрын
Is the fuel pump good? Check this out: kzread.info/dash/bejne/n3h9ztmbqJOoXdY.html
Me: Doggone It! The Gearshift On The Steering Column In My Dream Truck Needs To Be Adjusted! How To Do This? Chris: Hey Guys ChrisFix Here!
This video was a life saver, Thanks. This video saved me probably hundreds of dollars. My electric sliding doors did not even open on my mini van. It was embarrassing especially driving girls around on spring break. My car did not even start because It was not going into park correctly. I thought, "man this will cost me probably thousands of dollars." After watching this video I fixed it in a jiff Many thanks and praises!!!
@chrisfix
7 жыл бұрын
I am glad the video was helpful!
I was about to take it to a mechanic, but Chris has come thru in the past. Decided to look it up, fixed it in 5 minutes. Thanks Chris.
need to do this on my expedition thanks
@loganmerryman202
8 жыл бұрын
it's worth it.. I have a '98 Expedition and the first bolt he took out fell while I was going down the freeway..very easy considering I was doing this fix at 4 in the morning after work
@shanehildebrand8255
8 жыл бұрын
,Logan Merryman I just did this likr a week ago! So much better now. Mine is a 97 EB
@loganmerryman202
8 жыл бұрын
Shane Hildebrand mines the XLT with the 4.2L V8
does chris have any timing belt videos for the truck?. would love to see that.
@frostytf2
7 жыл бұрын
Yep
Somehow, your videos are the first to come up when I'm trying to fix something specific in my cars, dude, you my friend are a godsend.
Great video. Once I realized the bolt heads face the firewall and not the steering wheel - took about 10 minutes.Saved me not only money, but possible disaster as well. Had a few incidents of not being in park and truck began to move.
@brandenbender7557
Жыл бұрын
Took me a minute to figure that out too!
Nail it my man Christ thanks ! Subscribe man I want to move in with ya ! More to come so get ready!!!! Thanks
@chrisfix
9 жыл бұрын
Jason Smith Awesome! I am glad the video was helpful and I am glad you subbed! Welcome aboard!
I'll be honest, no idea why I watch this videos. Im not really into cars
I like how you're description was very quick and easy without a bunch of gibberish As I see from other videos people post. I hate watching people talk about other things and wait forever until you get to the actual topic. Yours was quick easily understandable and very accurate!! Thanks a lot
@chrisfix
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!!!
Chris Fix, you are a lifesaver!!!!!!!!!!! 5 dollars and 10 minutes and my problem was fixed and the car is running great!!!! Everyone should watch your videos! I subscribed!!!! Thanks 2003 Ford Windstar
*Laughs In European*
@Galm1Cipher0
5 жыл бұрын
@Cooper: The world’s least-smart poodle french is European though
@Spoons7414
4 жыл бұрын
You mean the guys with the non-serviceable transmissions? Yea, gfy
@TheSavage3.6
4 жыл бұрын
Cooper LMFAO
1:34 u farted?
@natjam0205
8 жыл бұрын
OMG HE DID
@ivanzworld736
8 жыл бұрын
HEY HEY HEYYY!!!!! i mean what mechanic doesnt fart on the job LMFAO
@tteuvky
7 жыл бұрын
what a catch
@Wildcat5181
7 жыл бұрын
It was an earthquake.
@BW-fz5kf
7 жыл бұрын
😱😂😂😅😁😬😐
This post was clutch. Saved me from hours of searching. It took longer to find the tools in my garage then to fix the actual problem.
Dude! Your info is always spot on!! You helped me fix my 2003 Ford F-150!! I was stranded the other morning bc I couldn’t get it into Park and started early one morning this week. You rock! Thanks!!
Just wanted to say thanks.. Bolt came off hit my right leg when i put it in drive on a 2000 expediton. Had no clue where it came from just noticed my shifter lever was sloppy as hell. Looked it up on you tube, watched your video fixed it within 5 minutes.. Thanks alot great video.. Added blue lock tight as well.. 👏👏👏👍👍👍👍
This video literally just made all my mom's car troubles, that two other mechanics couldn't figure out, disappear. Life saver 😊😊😊😊
A problem I was worried would cost me hundreds and hundreds just fixed for free in 5 min. Thank you thank you 🙏
I can’t believe I waited so long to fix this. I thought it was going to require something. Fixed my 92 Ford F-150. 🍻
Wow, what-a-find ! ! Shifter on my 02 Taurus Wagon, has been getting lloose, for 3 years. Finally, would Not shift at-all.. Was going to order Ebay used Taurus shifter. Found this, your KZread-Fix. Looked on car-floor, and sure-enough, found size-30-tork-bolt, laying on the floor. Went to parts store,& purchased a little 'thread-lock, installed missing-bolt, and tightened-other-one, and "Good-as-new" ! !Thank You Very Much Chris.... Wish I could 'Send a Gift Certificate' ? ? ? Lots of $$$'s & Time SAVED ! !
@chrisfix
8 жыл бұрын
+Chuck Cummings no problem, I am glad the video was helpful!
Thank you ChrisFix!!! My Windstar shifter had gotten so sloppy it actually tripped the "check engine" light today! Your video saved me at least $100 in mechanic's fees. You would think Ford would put lock washers on those bolts.
@chrisfix
8 жыл бұрын
+Timothy Moor Awesome! I am glad the video was helpful!
I just got home from work, tried to throw it in park, thought it was... Turned my Ranger off and oh boy did we start rolling. I just checked 4 other videos after yours and I'm sure this is the problem, thank you so much for all your videos!
Chris you da man almost lost my job because the car wasn't all the way in park and the car wouldn't crank when I was headed to work. Quickest fix ever.
@chrisfix
7 жыл бұрын
+The Jenius glad the video was helpful
Definitely helped me out. I was dealing with a loose shifter for 6+ months today got extremely loose. Went to try this out and the screw was on the floor. Thanks for the vid and quick fix
This advice fixed the majority of the slop on my '02 f150. The bushings above the steering column account for the rest of the slop but this fix is enough for now. Thanks for sharing
You were dead on with the problem and the fix. It took me maybe 10 minutes to fix the problem on my 98 F150. This is the most helpful video I have ever used on Utube. Thanks a bunch Chris.
Had a bad shifting issue on a 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. The shifter was loose and would bounce between the gear selector locations. Sometimes I would have to turn the ignition to on and move the shifter to neutral to start the car. Found this video and went out and checked these two torx head bolts and they were very loose. I tightened them up and now the car is shifting between the gears like new. Thanks ChrisFix!
I just fixed my 1998 ford Explorer that wouldn't go into park.wouldn't start unless I put in Neutral and sometimes vehicle would even roll. THIS was the problem, loose T30 bolts. THANK YOU for video. Alot easier than other videos that only mention the Bushings under steering Column. Check this first.
Bolt came out of a 97 Taurus and hit me in the foot this morning. This fix saved my day. Your a great help. Thanks Chris!
@chrisfix
9 жыл бұрын
+Mike Browning Glad the video was helpful!!!
Worked on my '95 Ford Aerostar! Long, long time issue where getting it into park was not at all reliable, reverse was about 1/16 inch off the P indicator and at times I would have to shift it hard several times into park and hold it there to even allow the engine to start. Slightly different location for the T30 bolts but once I knew what to look for, there they were....and quite loose! Thanks so so much!!!
7 years old today btw! I just happened to be looking for this exact issue. Maaaan your video quality has improved something crazy since this.
Man, was so bummed that my shifter was loose after I had to replace my column from the firewall including the steering wheel (previous owner broke the hell out of it!) Anyway, 5 minute fix on my 1997 f250. Thank you ChrisFix! Been watching you for years. You rock!
Chris coming in clutch once again !!!
Thanks Chris! I was having the same problem. Saw a video about replacing the two plastic bushings on the shift rod, so I did, but still had a lot of slop when moving the shifter handle. Also wouldn’t go into park sometimes. Then I saw your video 3 weeks later. Problem solved. Thanks and keep up the great work.
Absolutely beautiful...........I notice this problem on my 2001 F-150 Lariat. After watching this video, I went out to my truck and discovered there was actually a bolt missing......then I remembered I found one on my truck floor about a month or two ago (not knowing where it came from?). Followed the video instructions and bingo.....good as new. Thank you again !!
God bless your knowledge i felt the screw fall this afternoon and felt the shifter odd it is currently 12:16 am and I watched your video at 12:10 am and only got to the 1:11 marker till I walked to my 95 ford bronco and fixed it immediately and subscribed
Chris, this was theBESTEST. Clear, concise and simply put. Ur avoid Instructor, coming from a teacher myself. Man ur the Best! Thanks
@chrisfix
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
Worked perfectly for me. One screw was gone, the other one was loose. Working well now. Thanks very much!
@chrisfix
8 жыл бұрын
+Robert Freeman Awesome Robert!
Happiest day !!! The video is short and spot on. I drove with this situation for a year before I got fed up and found your most excellent video. 5 minute fix. Life is good again. You saved me a fortune from bringing it to a mechanic. Ford should be embarrassed for such a crappy design. Keep making videos. Thank-you Thank-you Thank-you !!!!!!!!!!
More often than not you'll find the screw actually on the floorboard. This is happened twice over the 16 years I have on my Ford F-150. The first time I didn't have threadlocker so I made sure to put it on this time. Great video and thank you very much for posting it
Thank you so much, that is one less issue I just resolved in under 5 mins on my 99 Ford Windstar. A local mechanic wanted $85 for labor and tried to convince me I needed some new parts to fix that problem and it was just those two screws the whole time. I just need to resolve my cluster instrument box on my dash for fluctuating gauges and I should be able to pass state inspection now. Thanks a bunch for that.
Thanks Chris. Shop wanted to charge $130. to do this. I did it myself in 10 mins thanks to your video.
Thank you!! First time I have EVER watched a video about fixing something that appeared to be an easy fix and did it myself in seconds without a single issue! My expedition column shifter feels like new again!