1997 Ford Aspire Owner's Manual - Page 114

WARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. NOTE: If the gearshift selector lever will not move with the key on and the brake pedal depressed refer to Shift-lock system in the Index. Once the gearshift is secure in the desired position, release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. Backing Up With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will move backward. You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R (Reverse). Driving When to use D (Drive) This is the normal driving position for your vehicle. As your vehicle picks up speed the transaxle will automatically upshift. The transaxle will automatically downshift as speed decreases. When to use 1 (First) Do not go faster than 40 mph (64 km/h) in this gear. You can upshift from 1 (First) into 2 (Second) or D (Drive) at any speed. 112