5. To engage reverse, lift up on the reverse lockout ring located under
the shift knob and move the transmission selector lever fully to the left
and forward.
Recommended Shift Speeds for Maximum Fuel Economy
When accelerating, upshift according to the following chart:
Shift from:
1 - 2 12 mph (19 km/h)
2 - 3 23 mph (37 km/h)
3 - 4 32 mph (51 km/h)
4 - 5 41 mph (66 km/h)
5 - 6 42 mph (67 km/h)
Operating at High Speeds
Your ST vehicle is capable of high speeds and is equipped with tires
rated for the vehicle’s maximum speed. Remember to drive safely, obey
all traffic laws and only operate your ST vehicle at high speeds at
locations equipped and designed to do so safely. Before operating your
vehicle at high speeds:
•Verify correct tire pressures (seeTiresin this supplement).
•Inspect wheels and tires for wear and damage. Replace any damaged
wheels or tires.
•Do not operate your vehicle at high speeds with more than two
passengers or while carrying cargo.
ADVANCETRAC® STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
The AdvanceTrac® system includes traction control and electronic
stability control. See theTraction ControlandStability Control
chapters of theOwner’s Manualfor more information
AdvanceTrac® provides three
modes of operation specially
calibrated for the Focus ST. These
are controlled through the
AdvanceTrac® button on the center
console.
ESC OFF
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AdvanceTrac® Modes
Mode Description Button
OperationDisplay
Normal Daily usage with
all driver aids
engagedNone None
Sport Spirited driving.
Thresholds
altered on
traction control
and electronic
stability control
to allow more
tire spin and
vehicle slipSingle press•Message center
displays Sport Mode
•Amber light in
cluster illuminates
Off Track Use Only
Traction control
and electronic
stability control
are disabledPress and hold
for 5 seconds•Message center
displays Hold to
switch electronic
stability control off,
then
•Electronic Stability
Control off
•Amber light in
cluster illuminates
ENHANCED TORQUE VECTORING CONTROL
Enhanced torque vectoring control is comprised of two elements:
•Torque vectoring control which applies brake torque on the inner
wheel in a curve for better traction and less understeer
•Cornering understeer control which controls the yaw response of the
vehicle under braking and acceleration on high and low friction
surfaces.
Unlike electronic stability control, enhanced torque vectoring control
does not slow the vehicle but does help control excessive wheel slip and
gives the vehicle cornering agility. The system only increases
performance. Because of this, enhanced torque vectoring control is not
disabled when the AdvanceTrac® system is off.
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