1996 Ford F150 Owner's Manual - Page 174
1996 Ford F150 Manual
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When to use 1 (Low) Use 1 (Low) to drive up steep grades and to provide maximum engine braking on hilly roads. Upshifts from 1 (Low) can be made by manually shifting to 2 (Second) or D (Drive). Selection of 1 (Low) gear provides only First gear operation at start-up. When driving, manually shifting to 1 (Low) will result in downshifts to Second gear or First gear depending on vehicle speed. NOTE: Do not drive faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) in this gear. P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To securely latch the gearshift in the P (Park) position, pull it toward you, push it completely counterclockwise against the stop, and then push it toward the instrument panel. The gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) if you cannot rotate it in a clockwise direction without lifting it toward you. RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. When the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. 172