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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 135 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS)GENERAL PROCEDURESBRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK ACTUATOR MANUAL OVERRIDE

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD

Brake Shift Interlock Actuator Manual Override

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Brake Shift Interlock Actuator Manual Override

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Activation

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

This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock actuator feature that prevents the selector lever from being moved out of the P position when the ignition is in the ON position until the brake pedal is applied. If the selector lever cannot be moved out of the P position when the ignition is in the ON position and the brake pedal is applied:

Fully apply the parking brake.

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Set the ignition switch to the 0 position (ignition off) and remove the key.

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NOTE: Make sure to use extra care when detaching the selector lever boot clips from steering column shrouds or damage to the selector lever boot may occur causing replacement of the selector lever assembly. The selector lever boot is not serviceable separately.

Push forward on the selector lever boot at the areas indicated, remove the boot from the upper and lower steering column shrouds and position the boot aside.

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NOTE: The brake shift interlock actuator spindle can be accessed through the selector lever boot opening.

Move the brake shift interlock actuator spindle outward, apply the brake pedal and position the selector lever into N.

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NOTE: Make sure to use extra care and follow the installation sequence when installing the selector lever boot to the steering column shrouds or damage to the boot may occur causing replacement of the selector lever assembly. the selector lever boot is not serviceable separately.

Install the selector lever boot in the sequence shown.
1. Install the front of the selector lever boot.
2. Install the bottom of the selector lever boot.
3. Install the top of the selector lever boot.
4. Install the back of the selector lever boot.
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Start the vehicle.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.