2018-MKX-Owner's Manual

Transmission

Note: The system will stay in manual control until you make another shift button selection. For example, drive (D). Brake-Shift Interlock Override WARNINGS 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. 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. Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the stoplamps are working. Note: See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. Note: For some markets this feature is disabled.

Note: This feature will only function if your 12-volt battery has power. Use the brake-shift interlock override to move your transmission from the park (P) position in the event of an electrical malfunction or if your vehicle has a dead battery. 1. Apply the parking brake and turn your ignition off before performing this procedure.

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The instrument cluster will display your currently selected gear.

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The transmission will automatically upshift if your engine speed is too high or downshift if your engine speed is too low.

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MKX (CD9) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201707, First Printing