2008 Ford Ranger Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 157

Driving If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) position with the ignition in the (4) ON position and the brake pedal depressed, a malfunction may have occurred. It is possible that the vehicle's brakelamps are not operating properly. If the brakelamps are working properly, and the vehicle still will not shift out of (P) Park, see your authorized dealer for service. In an emergency, to disable the malfunctioning brake-shift interlock feature in order to shift the vehicle from P(Park) follow these steps: To prevent vehicle movement when following this procedure, park on a level surface, ensure parking brake is set, and block the rear wheels. 1. Apply the parking brake. Turn key to the 2 (LOCK) and then remove the key; 2. Disconnect the negative (Black) battery cable from the battery; 3. Insert the key and turn to 3 (OFF). Shift to N (Neutral); 4. Reconnect the negative (Black) battery cable to the battery; 5. Start the vehicle. See your authorized dealer for service immediately. If your brake lamps are not working properly or if you have disconnected the vehicle battery cables, the vehicle brake lamps and hazard flashers may not properly warn traffic of a vehicle breakdown or approaching danger, which can increase the risk of serious injury or death. To minimize the risk of serious injury or death, be aware of your surroundings, use other hazard signaling devices if available, and move the vehicle to a safe location away from traffic as soon as possible. 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. 157 2008 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)