Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Automatic Transmission / Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / General Procedures - Stay in Neutral

Lincoln Aviator: Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / General Procedures - Stay in Neutral

Activation

NOTE: If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required. If the battery discharges while in Stay in Neutral Mode, the park lock pawl solenoid will release and the transmission will return to Park. Do not tow the vehicle in this mode.
Apply the parking brake.

Press N on the GSM and press N again within 5 seconds to enter Stay in Neutral Mode. N on the GSM will slowly blink and a message will appear on the IPC.

To exit Stay in Neutral Mode, press the brake pedal and shift to P, or if the engine is running press the brake pedal and shift to any other gear.

Diagnosis and Testing - External Controls

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...

General Procedures - Transmission Park by Wire Manual Release

Activation NOTE: If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required. Apply the parking brake. Remove the console mat...

Other information:

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Battery Tray

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the battery. Refer to: Battery (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, Removal and Installation). Vehicles with H7 AGM battery Detach the battery vent hose from the battery tray...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Liftgate Latch Manual Release

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Flat-Bladed Screwdriver Interior Trim Remover Activation Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening and depress the cinch release button...

Activating Intelligent Access

The intelligent access key must be within 3 ft (1 m) of the door or luggage compartment you intend to lock or unlock.

At a Door

Electronic door handles are on each door. Gently depress the switch inside the exterior door handle to unlock and open the door. An unlock symbol illuminates on the door window trim indicating your vehicle is unlocked.

Lincoln Aviator. Activating Intelligent Access