Q: Neutral switch replaced, car will not start in park.

asked by on November 09, 2016

replaced my neutral switch on my ford falcon and will not start in park but will start in neutral was told it maybe electrical

My car has 112589 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Low RPMs
Hi there. This is a common problem for your vehicle. There are many different things that can be effecting your idle rpm. The Idle Air Control Valve for your Vanos needs attention. Vanos is the variable valve timing BMW incorporated...
Sevear steering wheel vibration when brakes are applied.
The rotor may have gotten grease on it which will cause the brake vibration. Have the rotors cleaned and resurfaced or replaced after the axle is replaced. The grease on the new rotors would cause them to warp. A qualified...
My brakes don't smoothly stop when applied. What's causing the inconsistent pressure?
The choppy sensation you are feeling when applying the brakes is most likely unevenly worn brake pads and/or rotors. When brakes are applied heavily or held for extended periods of time, this can generate an enormous amount of heat. As...
Rear end grinds when I first take off but then is perfectly fine.
Hello there, thank you for asking about your 2006 Chrysler 300. This could be a variety of things that will require some inspection to determine. This could be what is known as a center support bearing which is a bearing...
Blocked exhaust
Hi there - no, blocking the exhaust will not damage valves or lifter. It will, however, cause your engine to lose power quickly (minutes), depending on how severely the exhaust is blocked. Think of the engine as an air pump,...
My car won't go over 20 mph. It will start to shake vigorously once it hits 20 mph
Hello. The codes that you have listed are for engine misfires. P0300 is for random misfires, while P0304, P0305, and P0306 are for specific cylinder misfires. Misfires can be caused by many things. If you have already replaced the MAF,...
Could you show me what it looks like?
Hi there. First check the fuel filter and see if the filter is plugged up. If your vehicle has a tank filter and not a inline filter, then check the fuel pump relay and see if it's clicking on when...
Oil coming out of spark plug.
Hello. The piece you are referring to is called a valve cover gasket. It sits between the top of the engine as if a piece of cheese would between a bun and a patty to keep the oil from leaking....
How do I delete my text messages from my 2017 Nissan maxima?
Hello, thank you for writing in. Most vehicles are not able to delete the messages from your phone. The vehicle is pulling that information from the phone, but it cannot access those types of features. To remove the message from...

Related articles

The Best Used Cars to Buy for Families
If If it’s time for you to search for the top used cars specifically for families, check out the list we’ve put together of the top five. The list of must-haves Typical items that families are looking for in their...
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Starter Relay
Common signs include the vehicle not starting, starter staying on after the engine started, intermittent issues starting, and a clicking sound.
The Top 5 Selling Cars in Alabama in 2012
2012 2012 was a great year in Alabama for auto manufacturing, but that wasn’t the only bright spot. Vehicle sales in Alabama were also robust in 2012. Nothing much changed in terms of the vehicle types that were most popular...