Parking your vehicle, Removing the key, If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow – FORD 2009 Ranger v.2 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.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
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.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.

1

2

4

R

3

5

PUSH

2009 Ranger (ran)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)

Driving

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