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Brake Shift Interlock Override

Fig 1: Removing Cover Of Release Mechanism

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: If PARK is selected again, the selector lever is locked again.

If the brake signal should fail due to a malfunction, manual unlocking is possible.
The cover of the release mechanism must be removed. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press into the opening until the manual selector lever can be moved out of PARK position.