FORD 2010 Mustang v.3 - Manual (Page 205)

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).
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. Transmission
operates in gears one through five.
D (Drive) without Overdrive
D (Drive) with Overdrive can be
deactivated by pressing the
transmission control switch on the
right side of the shift handle.
• This position allows for all
forward gears except Overdrive.
• O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
• Provides engine braking.
• Use when driving conditions
cause excessive shifting from O/D to other gears. Examples: heavy city
traffic where continuous shifting in and out of overdrive occurs, hilly
terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is
required.
• To return to Overdrive mode, press the transmission control switch.
The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
• Overdrive mode is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
O/D
OFF
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