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You can resolve the problem temporarily or permanently by:
Temporary fix:
1- Remove the small plastic circle just to the right of the shift rod on the base of the shift platform ( It is about 1/2 inch in diameter and is cut out for removal)
2- With the engine running,
3- Use a screwdriver or other object to fit in the slot that is under the plastic circle you just removed.
4- Now your shifter should shift out of park while you push down on the screwdriver to activate the emergency release
Permanent fix
Check your brake lights, you probably blew the fuse. If the fuse is blown, replace (Fuse #42 on some Focus models) the brake light fuse with a matching new 15 Amp fuse. This will resolve the brake light problem and at the same time correct the shifter problem because they are on the same circuit. This is your permanent fix and will not
require any of the above 4 steps if you can replace the fuse immediately.
If it is not the brake light, you need to see a good automotive electrical technician.
NOTE of CAUTION: Be sure not to use any higher amp fuses, or you could produce electrical problems and even cause a fire. Don't risk it.
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