Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5–speed automatic
transmission (if equipped)
P (Park)
This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
•
Depress the brake pedal
•
Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
•
Come to a complete stop
•
Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
WARNING:
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off
position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
2009 Fusion
(fsn)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)
Driving
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