Lincoln Nautilus: Automatic Transmission / Manual Park Release
What Is Manual Park Release
Manual park release allows you to move your
transmission out of the park (P) position in
the event of an electrical malfunction or
emergency.
Manual Park Release Precautions
WARNING: When doing this
procedure, you need to take the
transmission out of park (P) which means
your vehicle can roll freely. To avoid
unwanted vehicle movement, always fully
apply the parking brake prior to doing this
procedure. Use wheels chocks if
appropriate.
WARNING: If the parking brake is
fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not
be working properly. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle
until you verify that the stoplamps are
working.
Using Manual Park Release
Activating Manual Park Release Cable
Use this procedure to move your
transmission out of park (P) for towing.
- Apply the parking brake. See Electric
Parking Brake.
Note: If the vehicle battery has no charge,
use an external power source to apply the
parking brake.
- Remove the manual park release access
cover. The cover is located under the
dash below the steering wheel. Do not
pull the orange tether.
- Sit in the driver seat.
- Without your foot on the brake pedal,
switch the ignition to the on position.
- Fully press the brake pedal. Do not
release.
- Pull the tether outward towards you.
Move the tether to the lower right-hand
corner and seat metal bead in the pocket.
Note: A confirmation message will appear
in the information display when your vehicle
is out of park (P). If you do not receive a
confirmation message, release the tether
and start the procedure again.
- Release the parking brake. See Electric
Parking Brake.
Note: Your transmission is out of the park
(P) position. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, press and hold the brake pedal.
- Without your foot on the brake pedal,
switch the ignition to the off position.
- Disconnect the negative (black) battery
cable from the battery.
Note: If the vehicle detects wheel movement
before the battery is disconnected, the
electric parking brake could apply
automatically. Confirm vehicle rolls freely
before towing. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in vehicle damage
not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Returning Your Vehicle to Normal Mode
- Once it is safe to do so, reconnect the
negative (black) battery cable to the
battery.
- Apply the parking brake.
Note: If the vehicle battery has no
charge,
use an external power source to apply the
parking brake.
Note: Do not pull the tether until you are in
the driver seat.
- Once in the driver seat, fully apply the
brake pedal and hold. Do not release.
Pull the orange tether outward towards
the driver seat.
- Move the tether towards the left and
release to return it to the rest position.
- Stow the manual park release cable
tether, install the access cover and
replace the screw.
- With your foot fully applied on the brake
pedal, start your vehicle. Confirm that
your vehicle is in the park (P) position and
that the instrument cluster indicates park
(P).
- If the instrument cluster is not displaying
the park (P) position or there is a
message stating Park Not Available,
Transmission Not In Park or Shift System
Fault, apply the parking brake before
exiting your vehicle. Have the system
checked.
What Is Automatic Return to Park (P)
Your vehicle shifts into park (P) if you attempt
to exit your vehicle without the transmission
in park (P).
How Does Automatic Return to Park (P) Work
Your vehicle shifts into park (P) when your
vehicle is stationary and any of the following
occur:
You switch the vehicle off...
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings
Transmission Not In Park (P) Audible Warning
Sounds if you open the driver door before
shifting into park (P)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Steps in the removal procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the brake pads.
Refer to: Brake Pads (206-04 Rear Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolts and the brake caliper anchor plate...
Removal
On both sides.
Release the clips, the pin-type retainer and remove the floor console lower trim panel.
On both sides.
Release the clips and remove the floor console middle trim panel.
Remove the floor console rear trim panel...