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Emergency Override Function: Cougar

Ensure gearshift lever is locked in Park. Use a screwdriver or similar item as an unlocking lever, and push backward on actuator and hold in position. See Fig 1. If gearshift lever is moved back into Park position, it will re-lock.

Fig 1: Performing Emergency Override Function (Cougar)
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