Ford 1996 Explorer, Manual, Page: 250 / 444

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P (Park)
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Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park).
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear
wheels from turning. To securely latch the gearshift in the P
(Park) position, pull it toward you, push it completely
counterclockwise against the stop, and then push it toward the
instrument panel.
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The gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) if you cannot rotate
it in a clockwise direction without lifting it toward you.
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[DR10700(ALL)06/95]
R
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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R
WARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
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Forced Downshifts
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To gain extra acceleration in
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Overdrive or Drive (O/D OFF),
push the accelerator to the floor. The transmission will
automatically downshift to the appropriate gear: third, second
or first.
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Power Braking
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Increasing the engine speed above idle without vehicle
movement (such as holding the brake) in a forward or reverse
gear causes transmission stall.
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[DR11285(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Continued operation in the stall condition can result
in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid
expulsion.
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Update:Thu Feb 29 09:12:36 1996