2013 Lincoln MKZ Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 172

Transmission WARNINGS If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. Note: See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. Note: For some markets this feature is disabled. Note: This feature will only function if your 12-volt battery has power. Use the brake-shift interlock override to move your transmission from the park position in the event of an electrical malfunction or if your vehicle has a dead battery. 1. Apply the parking brake and turn your ignition off before performing this procedure. Note: Make sure that you correctly identify the access hole as not to damage the media hub. 3. Using a tool, press and hold the brake shift interlock switch. The shift buttons on the instrument panel will flash when your vehicle is in override mode. 4. With the override switch still held, press the N (Neutral button) to shift from park. 5. Release the override button. 6. Your vehicle will remain in Stay in Neutral mode for wrecker towing purposes or can be shifted to the desired gear and driven (if possible). 7. Release the parking brake. Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning This feature increases durability and provides consistent shift feel over the life of your vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm or soft shifts. This operation will not affect function or durability of your transmission and is normal. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. Additionally, the strategy must be relearned whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed. E152215 2. Locate your brake-shift interlock access slot. The slot is located below the media hub, in your center console storage bin. The access slot does not have a label. 170 MKZ (CC9)