[96-mustang-gt]

I have put a '99 Cobra 32V engine into my '96 Mustang GT.
Now I got a Tremec T56 6-speed transmission that I want to swap in, replacing the stock T45.
The Tremec T56 (out of a 2003 Cobra) that I bought has an electrical connector on the left side of the shifter tower.
I was wondering if that is a Reverse Lockout? If it is: it needs to be connected to the brake pedal switch, right?
My existing T45 does not have a reverse lockout feature, so in that case I'll have to make up some wiring for it... or just install an additional switch somewhere that must be pressed while engaging reverse...
Or am I wrong altogether and the electrical connector is for something else?
THANK YOU

 

[TempletonGT]

Yes, the T56 has a reverse lockout

You are correct, the T56 has a reverse lockout as you have described that other transmissions don't. I will soon be facing the same dilemma as yourself as I have recently purchased a T56 to go into my 02 GT. The folks I purchased mine from offered the same recommendation you have gotten, to wire it into the brake lights. This will obviously work but I hope to setup a separate switch as you mentioned so the solenoid won't be activating every time the brakes come on. I haven't come up with a solution to offer at this point, unfortunately. I can't wait to drive my car with this transmission!

 

[grn 00 gt]

I wired mine to the brake light switch 25,000 miles ago and it has worked perfectly. Just be careful if you downshift to 5th from 6th with the brakes on as you are opening the gate to REVERSE!:so

 

[windchill82]

T56 reverse lockout aftermarket

Take a look at T56 Module and see if this would help.