2010 Mercury Milan Owner's Manual - Page 216

Driving Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is moving faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). This may damage the clutch and/or transmission. Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3-4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4-5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5-6 50 mph (80 km/h) Reverse 1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor to disengage clutch. 3. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse). Note: The gearshift lever can only be moved to R (Reverse) by pushing the knob down before shifting to reverse. This is a lockout feature which protects the transmission from accidentally engaging R (Reverse) when intending to select 1 (First). 4. Shift into R (Reverse) by pushing the gearshift knob down, then moving the lever fully to the left, then forward. 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 press it down and shift to R (Reverse) again. Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. 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. 216