Driving – FORD 2008 Edge User Manual

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• 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)

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and

remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.

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. Transaxle
operates in gears one through six.

D (Drive) with Grade Assist

Overdrive can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the side of the gearshift
lever. This will also activate Grade
Assist.
• Transaxle operates in gears one

through five.

• Provides engine braking.

Depending on conditions the
transaxle will automatically
downshift to increase the level of
engine braking while descending
grades.

• Use when driving conditions

cause excessive shifting from O/D
to other gears. Examples: hilly
terrain, mountainous areas and
when engine braking is required.

2008 Edge (edg)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Driving

244

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