2014 Ford Fusion Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 154

Transmission AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNINGS 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. E99067 Note: The gearshift lever can only be moved to R (Reverse) by raising the collar below the gearshift knob up before shifting to reverse. This is a lockout feature which protects the transmission from accidentally engaging R (Reverse) when intending to select 1 (First). If R (Reverse) is not fully engaged, press the clutch pedal down and return the gearshift to the neutral position. Release the clutch pedal for a moment, then raise the collar and shift to R (Reverse) again. Do not apply the brake pedal and accelerator pedal simultaneously. Applying both pedals simultaneously for more than three seconds will limit engine rpm, which may result in difficulty maintaining speed in traffic and could lead to serious injury. Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission Putting your vehicle in gear: 1. Fully press down the brake pedal. 2. Press and hold the button on the front of the gearshift lever. 3. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear. 4. Release the button and your transmission will remain in the selected gear. Parking Your Vehicle WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. To park your vehicle: 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. P R N D E142628 151 S