2010 Ford Transit Connect Passenger Owner's Manual - Page 168

Driving 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 on position unless the brake pedal is pressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal pressed, 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 and the brakelamps are working properly, the following procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P (Park): 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to off, then remove the key. 2. Using a flat head screwdriver, remove the plastic cover. 3. Insert the ignition key and push it straight down to release the interlock. 4. Apply the parking brake, then shift to N (Neutral). 5. Start the vehicle. Note: Starting the vehicle in N (Neutral) still requires following the steps in the Preparing to start your vehicle section. 6. To drive, with the brake pedal still pressed, release the parking brake and shift to D (Drive) or R (Reverse). See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 168 2010 Transit Connect (tst) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)