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Automatic transmission operation (if equipped), Brake-shift interlock, Transmission operation – FORD 2006 Escape v.1 User Manual

Page 176: Driving

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)

Brake-shift interlock

This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents
the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is
in the RUN position unless brake pedal is depressed.

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the RUN position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a
fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly.
Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure:

1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to LOCK, then remove the
key.

2. Using a screwdriver or similar
tool, carefully pry out the small,
round, tethered Brake Transmission
Shift Interlock (BTSI) cover cap
located to the right of the gearshift
lever.

3. Insert a screwdriver or similar
tool straight down into the access
hole and press downward while
pulling the gearshift lever out of the
P (Park) position and into the N
(Neutral) position.

4. Remove tool and reinstall BTSI tethered cover cap.

5. Start the vehicle and release the parking brake.

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps
are working.

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2006 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Driving

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