Selector lever spring loaded button

Fig 1: Identifying Selector Lever Spring Loaded Button

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

To move the selector lever from the PARK position, the ignition lock must be turned to the second position, foot brake must be depressed and shift release button pressed in.
The spring loaded side button must also be pressed, if the lever is moved from:
- N and D to 2 and 1.
- 1, 2, D and N to R and P.
- R to P.