Ford Vehicle Automobile User Manual


 
Operating the Eaton FS-4205A and FS-5205A 5speed
transmissions
The 5-speed transmission is
equipped with five forward gears
and one reverse. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th
and 5th gears are synchronized. The
shift pattern is embossed on the
gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
R 2 4
3 5
1
R 2 4
3 5
1
R 2 4
3 5
1
Driving
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