Parking your vehicle, Removing the key – FORD 2009 Ranger v.1 User Manual

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2. Move the gearshift lever into the
neutral position and wait at least
three seconds before shifting into R
(Reverse).
• The gearshift lever can only be

moved into R (Reverse) by
moving it from left of 3 (Third)
and 4 (Fourth) before shifting
into R (Reverse). This is a
lockout feature that protects the
transmission from accidentally
being shifted into R (Reverse) from 5 (Overdrive).

Parking your vehicle

1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position.

2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First).

3. Turn the ignition off.

WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move
unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the

parking brake fully.

Removing the key

Turn the ignition off, push the
release lever (located above the
ignition), then turn the key toward
you and remove the key.

1

2

4

R

3

5

PUSH

2009 Ranger (ran)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)

Driving

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