Make sure that the gearshift lever is in the NEUTRAL position. Apply the parking brake.
Release the lock tab on the selector cable.
By placing the shift lever into 4th gear, it locks the small lever into the NEUTRAL position.
Move the gear shift lever into the 4th gear position.
Gearshift CablesFord Focus Valve Inspection
Inspect the following valve areas:
The end of the stem for grooves or scoring.
The valve face and the edge for pits, grooves or scores.
The valve head for signs of burning, erosion, warpage and cracking.
The valve margin for wear.
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