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Ford 2003 Escape User Manual

Ford 2003 Escape
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Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic
transaxle
Your transaxle is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in
the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability, and
provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or
transaxle may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered
normal and will not affect function or durability of the transaxle. Over
time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transaxle operation.
Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery
installed, the strategy must be relearned.
P (Park)
This position locks the transaxle and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
Start the engine
Depress 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)
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).
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ODO
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Ford 2003 Escape Specifications

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BrandFord
Model2003 Escape
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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