Ford 1996 Contour Manual page 140

6
Driving Your Contour
Overriding the brake shift interlock
The console-mounted gearshift will lock when you turn the key
to the LOCK position. When the gearshift is in any position
except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK or
removed from the steering column. TO REMOVE THE KEY, the
gearshift lever must be in P (Park).
Once the gearshift is secure in the desired position, release the
brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary.
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