Ford Explorer: Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / General Procedures - Stay in Neutral

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Automatic Transmission / Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / General Procedures - Stay in Neutral

Activation

  1. 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.
  1. 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.
  1. 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.

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