First Position - 1st Gear (Base Shifter)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If this position is selected at normal road speeds, the transmission will downshift into the next lower gear and continue downshifting until the vehicle reaches first gear.

This position provides:

First gear operation only.
Engine braking for descending steep grades.