2015 Ford Fusion Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 164

Transmission MANUAL TRANSMISSION Using the Clutch Note: Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. Note: Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim. During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor. Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn't interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal. Recommended Shift Speeds Note: Do not downshift into first (1) when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This will damage the clutch. Recommended upshifts (for best fuel economy) when accelerating Shift from: 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6 E144954 15 mph (24 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) 50 mph (80 km/h) Reverse Note: Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into reverse (R). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. 1. Press the clutch pedal to the floor to disengage clutch. 2. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into reverse (R). 3. Shift into reverse (R) by raising the collar below the gearshift knob up, then moving the lever fully to the left, then forward. Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position. 3. Start the engine. 4. Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the desired gear; first (1) or reverse (R). 5. Release the parking brake, then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator. 161 Fusion/Mondeo (CC7), enUSA