2013 Ford Expedition Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 219

218 Transmission 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 brake lamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses chapter for more information. If the fuse is not blown and the brake lamps are working properly, the following procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P (Park): 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the 2 ignition key to the off position, and 1 remove the key. 2. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), carefully pry off and remove the chrome trim ring (1) from the shifter bezel base. 3. Remove the console tray insert 3 and screw (2) from the trim panel. 4. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), carefully pry the trim panel (3) up and disconnect it from the console to expose the inside of the gearshift. 5. Locate the brake shift interlock lever on the passenger side of the shifter assembly. 6. Apply the brake pedal and turn the ignition key to the on position. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), press and hold the brake shift interlock lever while pulling the gearshift lever out of the P (Park) position and into the N (Neutral) position. 7. Install the trim panel (3), screw (2) and chrome trim ring (1) in reverse order. 8. Apply brake pedal, start the vehicle, and release the parking brake. Note: See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. 2013 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, April 2013 USA (fus)