Ford 2006 Milan Owner's Manual page 168

Driving
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
The manual transaxle has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the
engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the
neutral position.
3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking
brake.
4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly release the
clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch
pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These
actions will reduce the life of the clutch.
Recommended shift speeds
Upshift according to the following chart:
Recommended upshifts (for best fuel economy) when
1 - 2
2 - 3
3 - 4
4 - 5
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1 3 5
2 4 R
accelerating
5-speed manual transaxle
Shift from:
14 mph (23 km/h)
24 mph (39 km/h)
32 mph (51 km/h)
44 mph (71 km/h)