Brake Shift Interlock Override - Floor Shift

NOTE: If it is necessary to use the brake shift interlock override procedure to move the selector lever from the PARK position, it is possible that a fuse has blown and the brake lights are not operational. Before driving the vehicle, verify that the brake lights are working.

This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock system that prevents moving the selector lever from the PARK position. When the ignition switch is in the RUN position and the brake pedal is applied, the Brake Shift Interlock Actuator (BSIA) is energized.

Perform the following if the selector lever cannot be moved from PARK with the ignition switch in RUN and the brake pedal applied:

All vehicles

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Apply the park brake.
Expedition
Remove the selector lever trim ring, console tray and cup holder insert.

Fig 1: Locating Selector Lever Trim Ring
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Remove the screw and the console upper trim.

Fig 2: Locating Console Upper Trim Screw
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Navigator
Remove the selector lever trim ring.

Fig 3: Locating Selector Lever Trim Ring
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NOTE: Using a suitable tool, lift and remove the floor console upper panel from the rear.

Fig 4: Locating Floor Console Upper Panel

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Remove the floor console upper panel.
All vehicles
Using a suitable tool, press the brake shift interlock override mechanism on the selector lever, apply the brake pedal, press the button on the selector lever and move the selector lever into NEUTRAL.
1. Press the override mechanism forward to release the BSIA.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Brake Shift Interlock Override Mechanism On Selector Lever
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Start the vehicle.
To install, reverse the procedure.