How to use an automatic transmission in a Ford car
1. Starting the engine:
— Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the Park position (P).
— Insert the ignition key and turn it to the “start” position.
2. Gear shift:
— The gear shift lever can be moved between the following positions:
— Park (P): Stops the vehicle and locks the transmission.
— Reverse (R): Activates reverse gear.
— Neutral (N): Breaks the connection between the engine and transmission.
— Drive (D): Normal forward driving mode.
— Sport (S): Mode for improved performance and more aggressive shifting.
— Winter Mode (W): Start driving in second gear to improve traction in slippery conditions.
3. Driving:
— When moving forward:
— Press the gas pedal to speed up the car.
— Release the gas pedal to slow down the car.
— Press the brake pedal to stop the car.
— When reversing:
— Move the gear lever to reverse (R).
— Press the gas pedal to go backwards.
— Release the gas pedal to slow down the car.
— Press the brake pedal to stop the car.
4. Stopping the engine:
— Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the Park position (P).
— Remove the ignition key.
5. Additional tips:
— Most Ford vehicles have a shift button for manual gear shifting.
— If sudden acceleration or deceleration is necessary, you can shift the gear lever to the “L” (low gear) position.
— When driving on steep slopes, you can use the «S» (Sport) mode for additional engine braking.