2018_Taurus_Owners-Manual

Transmission

Use the brake shift interlock override procedure to move the selector lever from park (P) in the event of an electrical malfunction or if your vehicle has a dead battery. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition off before performing this procedure.

E235475 2. Apply the brake pedal. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), press and hold the brake shift interlock lever while pulling the selector lever out of park (P) and into neutral (N). 3. Reinstall the override access panel. 4. Start your vehicle and release the parking brake. Note: See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. AutomaticTransmissionAdaptive Learning This feature may increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of your vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm shifts, soft shifts or both. This operation is considered normal and does not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process fully updates transmission operation. If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck InMud or Snow Note: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.

E235476 1. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), remove the override access panel from the cup holder.

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