When To Use 2 (Second); When To Use 1 (First); Reverse; Neutral - Ford Probe Owner's Manual

When to use 2 (Second)

Use Second (2) to help drive up moderately
steep hills or when starting on slick surfaces. It
prevents the transaxle from frequently shifting
up and down. It also gives more engine braking
than Overdrive or Drive when going down hills.
Do not go faster than 64 mph (102 km/h) with
the gearshift in the Second (2) position. If you
shift from Overdrive or Drive to Second because
of hilly terrain, your transaxle will automatically
downshift in the proper sequence.

When to use 1 (First)

When your vehicle is in First (1), it gives more
engine braking to slow your car than Drive (D
with Overdrive OFF) on downgrades.
Do not go faster than 32 mph (50 km/h) in this
gear. You can upshift from First (1) into D
Position at any speed. If you shift from
Overdrive or Drive to First (1) because of hilly
terrain, your transaxle will automatically
downshift in the proper sequence.

Reverse

In the Reverse (R) position, the vehicle moves
only backward. Your vehicle must be stopped
before shifting into Reverse (R).

Neutral

In Neutral (N), the wheels of the transaxle are
not locked. Your vehicle will roll freely, even on
the slightest incline, unless the parking brake or
brakes are on.
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