FORD 2012 Fusion v.2 - Manual (Page 229)

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.
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST)
gearshift lever
This vehicle may be equipped with a SelectShift Automatic™
transmission (SST) gearshift lever. SST is an automatic transmission with
the ability for the driver to change gears up or down (without a clutch)
as desired. By moving the gearshift lever from D (Drive) into M
(Manual), you now have control of selecting the gear you desire.
Gearshift lever toggle switch
Vehicles equipped with the 2.5L
sport or 3.0L engine
• To manually downshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M
(Manual), press – on the gearshift lever.
• To manually upshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M
(Manual), press + on the gearshift lever.
P
R
N
D
M
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Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
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