Mercury 2002 Cougar Owner's Manual page 121

1. Turn the ignition off and remove
the key.
2. Apply the parking brake and the
brake pedal.
3. Insert a screwdriver or similar
item about 5 cm (2 inches) into the
square opening to the right of the
gearshift at the base of the console.
On vehicles without the opening, insert a screwdriver or similar item
about 5 cm (2 inches) inward, directly below the arrow symbol located
to the right of the gearshift at the base of the console.
4. Rotate the screwdriver point
rearward.
5. Push and hold the thumb button
and move the gearshift.
6. Remove the screwdriver when the
gearshift moves from the P (Park)
position.
This procedure may have to be
repeated each time the gearshift is
placed in P (Park) until repairs are
completed.
The brake-shift interlock feature is designed to further enhance
the safety of the vehicle occupants when the vehicle is placed
into gear. To preserve the benefits of this feature, have any repairs
completed promptly.
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