N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
D (Drive) with Overdrive
The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. The transaxle
operates in gears one through four.
3 (Third)
•
This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
•
Provides more engine braking than D (Overdrive).
•
Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from D
(Overdrive) to other gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy
loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required.
1 (First)
•
Transaxle operates in first gear only.
•
Provides maximum engine braking.
•
Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•
Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)
when vehicle reaches slower speeds.
When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parking
brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the
gearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn off the ignition
whenever you leave your vehicle. Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running. If you do not take these precautions, your vehicle
may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
If necessary, try turning the Traction Control
娂
or AdvanceTrac
威
system
off. This will allow the wheels to spin, which may help to free your stuck
vehicle. For more information, refer to
Traction Control
娂
(if equipped)
or
AdvanceTrac
威
stability enhancement system (if equipped)
in this
chapter.
2007 Freestar
(win)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Driving
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