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Andrew Norton Posted on Nov 21, 2012
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Possable bad brake lite switch. also check fuses.

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This is an old warning issue or procedure, I had the same problem a few years ago with my Ford Taurus 1995, if rear stop lights not work, you wont be able to moved the shift out of Parking (P); this is to avoid driving without rear stop lights. If no lights, normally a fuse is blow out or all bulb lights are gone, please check.
There is an alternate procedure to be able to drive your car, but, avoid driving without Stop lights. Turn the ignition key to the point before starting the engine, this release the lock for the driving wheel and transmission shift, press the brake, put the shift in Neutral (N) and start the engine; from here you can drive your car, the intention is to avoid moving the car without Stop Lights. This procedure is in your driver's manual. I hope this helps.

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