Ford 2000 Focus - Driving with Automatic Transaxle; Understanding Gearshift Positions

Driving
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Driving with automatic transaxle
(if equipped)
Understanding gearshift
positions
Depress the locking button and
move the automatic gearshift to the
desired position.
Hold the brake pedal down
while you move the
gearshift lever from P (Park) to
another position. If you do not
hold the brake pedal down, your
vehicle may move unexpectedly
and injure someone.
P (Park)
Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into P (Park). Make
sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park). This position
locks the transaxle and prevents
the front wheels from turning.
Always set the parking
brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched
in P (Park).
If the gearshift is not in P (Park)
and the driver's door is open, a
warning chime will sound.
 The key may be difficult to
remove if the ignition is switched
off with an automatic gearshift
lever in any other position than P
(Park). If this occurs, place the
gearshift lever in P (Park), turn the
ignition switch to the ON and then
to the OFF position. Remove the
key normally.