P (Park)

P (Park)  - Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission - Automatic transmission operation - Driving - Lincoln MKZ Owners Manual - Lincoln MKZ

This position locks the transmission

This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning.

To put your vehicle in gear:
• Press the brake pedal
• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear

To put your vehicle in P (Park):
• Come to a complete stop
• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Switch the ignition off and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.

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