Automatic transmission adaptive learning, If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, Transmission 187 – FORD 2015 Taurus User Manual

Page 188

Advertising
background image

2. Insert the screwdriver (or similar
tool) into the hole and press the lever
forward while pulling the gearshift
lever out of position P and into the
position N.

3. Remove the tool and reinstall the
insert.

4. Start the vehicle and release the
parking brake.

Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning

This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent
shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may
have firm shifts, soft shifts or both. This operation is considered normal
and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time,
the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.
Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery
installed, the strategy must be relearned.

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow

Note: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.

Note: Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.

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.

Transmission

187

2015 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2014
USA
(fus)

Advertising