2002 Ford Focus S2FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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    NOTE: If "P" 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 and a suitable object (ignition key) pressed into the opening until the manual selector lever can be moved out of position "P".
    Fig 1: Locating Manual Unlocking Mechanism
    G03433616Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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