2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299

Driving WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the shift positions of the 6-speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive transmission shift strategy. The adaptive transmission shift strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality. When the engine is turned off, the shift data which includes the adaptive information will be stored automatically in the powertrain control module (PCM). If the battery is disconnected for any reason, the stored information from the last time the key was turned to off will be read. This way, no information will be lost with any battery removal or battery disconnect. P (Park) This position locks the transmission + and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake pedal • Start the engine • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear. If your vehicle is equipped with a floor-shift transmission, press the gearshift lever release button (on the front of the lever) while shifting into the desired gear. T/H P R N D M 2 1 299 2011 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)