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Brake Shift Interlock Override

NOTE: If it is necessary to use the override procedure to move the selector lever out of the PARK position, it is possible that a fuse has blown. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the selector lever from being moved out of PARK when the ignition is in the ON position unless the brake pedal is pressed.
If the selector lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position when the ignition is in the ON position and the brake pedal is pressed:
  1. Apply the parking brake and remove the ignition key.
  2. Remove the center console trim.
    Fig 1: Locating Center Console Trim
    G06756700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the cup holder lid trim panel.
    Fig 2: Locating Cup Holder Lid Trim Panel
    G06076657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the cup holder retaining screws and position the cup holder out of the center console to access the electrical connector.
    Fig 3: Locating Cup Holder Retaining Screws
    G06756702Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the cup holder electrical connector and remove the cup holder.
    Fig 4: Locating Cup Holder Electrical Connector
    G06756703Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: Selector lever in DRIVE position for clarity.
  6. Position the selector lever in NEUTRAL.
    • Using a suitable tool, push the brake shift interlock override mechanism on the selector lever forward.
    • Apply the brake.
    • Press the button on the selector lever and position the selector lever in NEUTRAL.
      Fig 5: Pushing Brake Shift Interlock Override Mechanism On Selector Lever Using Suitable Tool
      G07817936Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Connect the cup holder electrical connector and install the cup holder.
    Fig 6: Locating Cup Holder Electrical Connector
    G06756703Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the cup holder retaining screws.
    Fig 7: Locating Cup Holder Retaining Screws
    G06756702Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the cup holder lid trim panel.
    Fig 8: Locating Cup Holder Lid Trim Panel
    G06076657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the center console trim.
    Fig 9: Locating Center Console Trim
    G06756700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Start the vehicle.
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