2015 Ford Taurus Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 188

Transmission 187 2. Insert the screwdriver (or similar tool) into the hole and press the lever forward while pulling the gearshift lever out of position P and into the position N. 3. Remove the tool and reinstall the insert. 4. Start the vehicle and release the parking brake. Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm shifts, soft shifts or both. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the strategy must be relearned. If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow Note: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Note: Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 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. 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2014 USA (fus)