Ford Explorer: Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / General Procedures - Transmission Park by Wire Manual Release
Activation
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NOTE:
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required.
Apply the parking brake.
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Open the console door
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Remove the console mat.
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NOTE:
Use a screwdriver no longer than 120 mm (4.7244 in).
Using a screwdriver, pry up and remove the access panel.
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NOTE:
Use a screwdriver no longer than 120 mm (4.7244 in).
NOTE:
The brakes must be applied from the driver's seat while releasing the vehicle from park.
While applying the brakes, use a screwdriver and rotate
the release from park cable lever until the detent locks.
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While applying the brakes, release the parking brake.
Deactivation
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NOTE:
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required.
Apply the parking brake.
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NOTE:
The brakes must be applied from the driver's seat while releasing the vehicle from park.
While applying the brakes, insert the screwdriver into
the MPR (Manual Park Release) lever slot. Push the screwdriver downward
until the detent unlocks. The lever will move forward allowing the
vehicle to go back into the P position.
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Install the access panel.
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Install the console mat.
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While applying the brakes, release the parking brake.
Activation
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 r..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering wheel.
Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the main control valve body.
Refer to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01B Automatic Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80, Removal and Installation).
Remove the OSS sensor.
Slide the plastic lock to the unlocked position...
Stay in Neutral Mode
NOTE:
Always put your vehicle in Stay in Neutral mode when
entering an automatic car wash. Failure to do this could result in
vehicle damage not covered by warranty.
Stay
in Neutral mode allows your vehicle to stay in Neutral when you exit
your vehicle...
Categories
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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