Steering Column Repair: gear shift, torx screws, release pin

Question
97 ford f150 truck, the gear shift is on the column and won't go into park.  The
shift is up as far as it will go, very loose feeling.

Answer
Hi Rebecca:

The shift tube and shaft are fairly easy to replace.  First remove the top and bottom column covers.  If the lock cylinder is in the way, look under the column for the access hole to release the lock.  In the "On" position you can then press the release pin and remove the lock.  Then the upper cover will come off.  You will need to lower the column down from the mounts.  Be sure to disconnect the shift indicator string before you drop the column or you will break it!
Once the column is lowered and resting on the seat you will be able to see the 6 gold colored 30 torx screws holding the shift tube and shaft in place.  Remove those 6 screws and the accompanying brackets, disconnect the shift cable (down by the floor and brake pedal)and the assembly is in your hands
I hope I've helped you.  If you cannot handle this, feel free to contact my company directly at stolenandrecovered.com and we can rebuild it for you and ship it back.