Automatic transmission operation, Transmission operation, Driving – FORD 2010 Fusion v.3 User Manual

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4. Locate the brake-shift interlock
lever on the driver’s side of the
shifter assembly.

5. Apply the brake pedal. Using a
screwdriver (or similar tool), press
and hold the brake-shift interlock
lever while pulling the gearshift
lever out of the P (Park) position
and into the N (Neutral) position.

6. Install the trim panel (2) and
chrome ring (1) in reverse order.

7. Apply brake pedal, start the vehicle, and release the parking brake.

See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure
is used.

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the
brake lamps are working.

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.

WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake
warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be

working properly. See your authorized dealer.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic
transmission equipped with a 2.5L I4 engine (if equipped)

Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing
fuel usage while coasting or decelerating. When you take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down the torque
converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to the
engine while decelerating. This fuel economy benefit may be perceived
as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from
the accelerator pedal.

Driving

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2010 Fusion (fsn)
Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
USA
(fus)

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