2004 Mercury Mountaineer Owner's Manual - Page 146

Driving 3. Remove the access plug with a flat head screwdriver (or similar tool). 4. Insert a tool (or screwdriver) into the access hole to override the brake-shift interlock. Apply the brake and shift into Neutral. 5. Return the cover plug to the access hole. Start the vehicle. If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever, 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. Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. 146 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)