1997 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
1997 Ford Windstar Manual
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NOTE: If the O/D OFF indicator light is flashing on and off repeatedly when the vehicle is started, there is a transaxle electronic system malfunction. Contact your dealer as soon as possible. When to use 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) when driving on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. This position provides Second and First gear operation only. When to use 1 (First) Use 1 (First) to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts from First can be made by manually shifting to 2 (Second) or j (Overdrive). 1 (First) gear provides only first gear operation. If you select First while driving at higher speeds, the transaxle will shift to 2 (Second), and then downshift to 1 (First) after the vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. Parking Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park). This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front 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 can not rotate it in a clockwise direction without pulling it toward you. WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. 232