Gear locked in Park. How do I get it to Nuetral?

Asked by GuruVPC6Q Sep 06, 2018 at 10:30 AM about the 2013 Ford Focus SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Battery dead and need to move my 2013 Focus SE in order to recharge. I
cannot get car out of Park and into Neutral so it can be pushed. What do I
need to do?

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Get a jump start and drive it away to have the battery tested/replaced. Or just applying 12 volts to the battery for a moment will allow you to pull it out of park. Don't forget to press the brake pedal when shifting to Neutral.

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