2009 Ford Mustang Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
2009 Ford Mustang Manual
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Driving To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through five. D (Drive) without Overdrive D (Drive) with Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the right side of the shift handle. • This position allows for all forward gears except Overdrive. • O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. O/D OFF • Provides engine braking. • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to other gears. Examples: heavy city traffic where continuous shifting in 190 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus)