Ford Explorer: Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / General Procedures - Stay in Neutral
Activation
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NOTE:
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external
power source is required. If the battery discharges while in Stay in
Neutral Mode, the park lock pawl solenoid will release and the
transmission will return to Park. Do not tow the vehicle in this mode.
Apply the parking brake.
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Rotate the GSM dial to N, then press the M button within 5 seconds to enter Stay in Neutral Mode. N on the GSM will slowly blink and a message will appear on the IPC.
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To exit Stay in Neutral Mode, press the brake pedal and shift to P, or if the engine is running press the brake pedal and shift to any other gear.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
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Activation
NOTE:
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required.
Apply the parking brake.
Open the console door
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Other information:
Overview
The
parking brake system uses 2 switch activated, Electronic Control Unit
(ECU) controlled motors to apply and release the rear brake calipers.
The ABS module controls and
monitors the parking brake system and sets Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTCs) when a fault is present in the system...
WARNING: Make sure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features.
The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed.
WARNING: Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct
your vision or strike occupants of your vehicle in a sudden stop or crash...
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WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering
wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction.
Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles
during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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