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#4856 of 5511 Re: 6-Speed "Low" Gear Selection [kmaurer] by akirby Mar 11, 2007 (7:51 pm)
Replying to: kmaurer (Mar 11, 2007 2:21 pm) You can't damage the transmission - the computer shifts the tranny and it won't make a shift that can damage it. It simply keeps the engine RPM around 4K and keeps the engine engaged even when you release the throttle. It's not an overdrive lockout so it wouldn't help in that situation.   Just try it. You can't hurt anything.
#4857 of 5511 Re: 6-Speed "Low" Gear Selection [kmaurer] by dino001 Mar 12, 2007 (4:16 am)
Replying to: kmaurer (Mar 11, 2007 2:21 pm) Going uphill is usually not a problem for automatic transmission. Up- and downshifting is generally OK. If it bothers you, turning off overdrive would suffice, especially on interstate.   "Low" is mostly for steep and long hills, to avoid overcooking brakes. And I mean really long ones - lasting miles, like serpentines when you go 20-30 mpg and have to turn all the time. It usually makes the car stay on first or second gear. It's certainly not for interstate use .
#4858 of 5511 Re: 6-Speed "Low" Gear Selection [scape2] by jeffyscott Mar 12, 2007 (5:27 am)
Replying to: scape2 (Mar 11, 2007 12:31 pm) The truth is, with all these fancy transmissions that makers are coming out with (auto stick,auto shift ect) The truth of the matter is 95% of drivers use D, R and P the most...   True, but the manually shiftable automatic on the Mazda6 only costs about $50 more than the Ford version. I am guessing that they are using the same transmissions. With the Mazda transmission, it is clear what you are doing if you flip it over to manual and downshift.   Fusion has just D and L because they had originally planned to put a CVT in. Replies to this message: akirby (Mar 12, 2007 5:41 am) driverdm (May 28, 2007 9:42 pm) jeffyscott (May 29, 2007 4:23 am)
#4859 of 5511 Re: 6-Speed "Low" Gear Selection [jeffyscott] by akirby Mar 12, 2007 (5:41 am)
Replying to: jeffyscott (Mar 12, 2007 5:27 am) Fusion has just D and L because they had originally planned to put a CVT in.   I reported that and I think it was true - originally. But I've seen too many new Fords coming out with it so I think they're doing it on purpose now. I think it's fine if they would simply add the manumatic controls. I think the lack of manumatic controls is simply a cost cutting problem which I hope has been resolved already for the next generation of vehicles. It's not so much that people want it and use it but rather that it looks bad for Ford to not even offer it when other less expensive cars use it.   If I was in charge I'd make it mandatory across the lineup.
#4860 of 5511 Ford Fusion - MP3 feature question... by devendrap Mar 21, 2007 (5:31 am)
Replying to: ANT14 (May 03, 2003 4:04 am) I am newbie to this group. Pardon me if I posted message to wrong place..   I recently bought Ford Fusion SE. I am very happy with MPG and other features. I like 6 CD MP3. But I haven't figured out how to change folder. I pushed the Folder button many times, but nothing happens. Yes, I went thru manual too.   Any thought how to change folder in MP3 player?   Thanks Replies to this message: akirby (Mar 21, 2007 5:41 am)
#4861 of 5511 Re: Ford Fusion - MP3 feature question... [devendrap] by akirby Mar 21, 2007 (5:41 am)
Replying to: devendrap (Mar 21, 2007 5:31 am) I think you must have created the MP3 disc with folders. But I haven't actually used a mp3 disc so I don't know for sure.
#4862 of 5511 MP3 Discs. by mschmal Mar 21, 2007 (6:53 am)
DO NOT USE FOLDERS. Just put the files in the main directory of the CD-Rom.   Some of the players just will not work with folders.   If you do use folders, try using very short names (less then 11 characters) and do not use any punctuation.   Mark
#4863 of 5511 Polished my wheels by scape2 Apr 05, 2007 (9:49 pm)
on my SEL v6 Fusion yesterday and they look like new! I used on of those Mothers polishing balls attached to a drill. Have to be careful not to let the drill get away from you.
#4864 of 5511 Did anyone order their Fusion? by zoomandyzoom Apr 06, 2007 (9:39 am)
I'm wondering if any Fusion owners here ordered their cars, and if so, how easy the process was, how long it took your car to arrive at the dealer, how fair you feel your deal was, can you still take advantage of incentives if you order, etc. Thanks for any and all help. Replies to this message: akirby (Apr 06, 2007 1:48 pm)
#4865 of 5511 Re: Did anyone order their Fusion? [zoomandyzoom] by akirby Apr 06, 2007 (1:48 pm)
Replying to: zoomandyzoom (Apr 06, 2007 9:39 am) The only difference with ordering a vehicle is that you don't get the incentives when you order it - you get whatever is in effect when you actually take delivery.   I've ordered several vehicles because I'm very picky about options, colors, etc. First have the dealer search for the exact vehicle you want - it may be available at another dealer. If not then order it. Just make sure the deposit is refundable. It should be unless you're ordering something the dealer doesn't think they can sell if you back out.

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