2000 Lincoln LS Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163

Driving • If the gearshift lever is moved into the downshift (-) position more than once in rapid succession, the transmission will only allow a downshift into the next lower gear to prevent possible engine and/or transmission damage. Once the vehicle reaches below a specified entry speed for the next lower gear, the transmission will allow another downshift to occur if selected by the driver. MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, you must: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. R 1 3 5 2. Depress the clutch pedal fully. 2 4 3. Put the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 163