Transmission, Automatic transmission (if equipped), Transmission operation – FORD 2013 Mustang v.1 User Manual

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED)

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.

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.

P (Park)

This position locks the transmission and prevents
the front wheels from turning.

To put your vehicle in gear:
• Press the brake pedal
• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear

To put your vehicle in P (Park):
• Come to a complete stop
• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
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 six. The automatic transmission shift
strategy has the ability to detect hilly terrain or mountainous areas and
will provide a limited amount of grade assist features automatically.

P

Transmission

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2013 05+ Mustang (197)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)

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