R (Reverse); N (Neutral); D (Overdrive); Drive (Not Shown) - Ford 2003 Mustang Owner's Manual

Driving

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 (Overdrive)

The normal driving
position for the best
fuel economy.
Transmission operates
in gears one through
four.
D (Overdrive) can be
deactivated by pressing
the transmission
control switch on the
end of the gearshift
lever.
This will illuminate the
O/D
O/D OFF lamp and
OFF
activate Drive.

Drive (not shown)

Drive is activated when the transmission control
switch is pressed.
• This position allows for all forward gears except
overdrive.
• O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
• Provides engine braking.
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2003 Mustang (mus)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)