1996 Mercury Mystique Owner's Manual - Page 141

gives more engine braking than D (Drive) (with Transaxle Control Switch activated) when going down hills. Do not go faster than 55 mph (90 km/h) in this gear. You can upshift from 2 (Second) into D (Overdrive) at any speed. When to use 1 (First) This position limits the transaxle to first gear. It helps brake the vehicle when going down hills where 2 (Second) is not sufficient. Do not go faster than 38 mph (60 km/h) in this gear. You can upshift from 1 (First) to 2 (Second) or from 1 (First) to D (Overdrive) at any speed. P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park). Make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. You can tell the gearshift is securely latched when the push button has popped out. In this position the gear shift selector lever cannot be moved unless the button is pushed in. 142