2008 Ford Focus (LT) — Repair Solution

2.0L AODA 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol · Gear Lever Switch Operation · Transmission & Clutch

Ford Focus (LT) Gear Lever Switch Operation Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Focus (LT)
Year: 2008
Engine: 2.0L AODA 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 136,109
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Gear Lever Switch Operation

Customer Complaint

Unable to move gear shift out of drive position.

Problem Summary

Found could not move the gear shifter at all from the drive position. I could not even move the shifter into the "manual' position.
The ignition key could also not be removed from the ignition barrel.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORLT0830263
Vehicle2008 Ford Focus (LT)
Engine2.0L AODA 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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