2010 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261

Driving To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switch again. • The Grade Assist lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. • The transmission will operate in gears one through six. L (Low) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds. Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6-speed with SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) (if equipped) 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) WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Switch the ignition off and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 261 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)