2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 348

Driving Recommended shift speeds Downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine/drivetrain combination: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 1-2 22 km/h (14 mph) 2-3 40 km/h (25 mph) 3-4 55 km/h (34 mph) 4-5 70 km/h (44 mph) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 1-2 19 km/h (12 mph) 2-3 31 km/h (19 mph) 3-4 46 km/h (29 mph) 4-5 61 km/h (38 mph) Reverse 1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. 2. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse). • The gearshift lever can only be moved into R (Reverse) by moving it from left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) before shifting into R (Reverse). This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into R (Reverse) from 5 (Overdrive). Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push the release lever (located above the ignition), then turn the key toward you and remove the key. 118